Facility Foreman

Lead day-to-day operations of one or more departments within a Clean Harbors facility while promoting a strong culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of one or more facility departments while ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop employees to promote a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Coordinate daily work assignments, staffing, and operational priorities to meet production schedules and customer commitments.
• Enforce all Health, Safety, Environmental, and Compliance standards, including OSHA, DOT, RCRA, EPA, and company policies.
• Ensure all operational paperwork, electronic documentation, and required reporting are completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Monitor productivity, workflow, and operational efficiency while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Maintain clean, organized, and inspection-ready work areas that meet housekeeping and environmental standards.
• Identify, communicate, and escalate operational, equipment, safety, or compliance issues to facility leadership.
• Participate in incident investigations and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Operate forklifts, loaders, heavy equipment, and other mobile equipment as needed to support facility operations.
• Train and mentor new employees on operational procedures, safety requirements, and company expectations.
• Monitor employee performance and provide coaching and development opportunities.
• Assist with inventory control, equipment inspections, and routine operational audits.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support business needs.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial, environmental, manufacturing, or hazardous waste operations.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in an operations environment.
• OSHA 24-Hour or 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification, or the ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of DOT, RCRA, OSHA, EPA, and other applicable environmental and safety regulations.
• Ability to operate forklifts, loaders, and heavy equipment, or obtain required certifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows-based applications.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and weekends, as business needs require.

Qualifications

• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience working in a Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility (TSDF).
  • Experience with hazardous waste processing, wastewater treatment, tank farm operations, truck loading and unloading, or drum processing.
  • Mechanical aptitude and experience operating industrial equipment.
  • Experience training, mentoring, and developing employees.
  • Experience leading safety initiatives and driving continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement.
• Company-paid training and development.
• Positive, team-oriented work environment.