Operations Manager

About the role

The Operations Manager position will provide strategic and operational guidance for the safe and cost-effective operation of our Thermomechanical Treatment Facility (TTF). The role has multiple direct reports and includes the Operations Supervisor and Shift Supervisors. This role will also be accountable for the non-exempt Operating Technicians in the facility. The Operations Manager will interact directly with business and Reworld SME and other support teams.

• Set expectations, hold people accountable and role model Reworld Values and Behaviors to ensure a safe and inclusive workplace, deliver results with trust, and build breakthrough capabilities.
• Deliver superior environmental, health, and safety leadership to ensure no accidents, no harm to people, and no damage to the environment.
• Ensures compliance to all permit requirements.
• Provides leadership and oversight to keep boiler and turbine performance at optimal levels.
• Accountable for executing the business strategy into actionable operations and improvement plans, including establishing individual Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s).
• Provides input to the long-term planning process which supports the business and corporate strategy.
• Communicates and implements Operations Department objectives, priorities, and progress.
• Develops and implements resource plans for effective performance and manages employee relations/engagement.
• Champions continuous improvement and productivity using methodologies such as Six Sigma® and Lean.
• Leads continuous learning, development, and performance efforts to improve operations capabilities and effectiveness.
• Provides leadership and coaching to effectively grow and develop personnel.
• Drives cultural change, operational discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset throughout the operations department.
• Provides assurance of compliance to procedures through auditing.
• Responsible for the housekeeping and appearance of the operations areas to maintain a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

The following are required for this role:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical or Chemical preferred. 10 or more years of plant operations supervisory/managerial experience will be accepted in lieu of degree or equivalent military experience.
• Experience to include power plant operations, or high-pressure boiler experience with a sound understanding of power plant operations.
• Prior experience in a People Leader role.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and the ability to work with a diverse population of employees and contractors.
• Proven leadership skills as a team player/builder and a driver of value-added results.
• Strong internal and external communication skills to stakeholders.
• Able to energize and develop all levels of the team.
• Materials handling and processing experience (screw or belt conveyors, cranes, hoppers, etc.).
• Six Sigma certification and/or Lean Manufacturing certification or experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with a CMMS for ordering/cost/work order administration.
• Experience in a specialty chemical plant, environment with significant material handling, or waste-to-energy or coal fired power plant is highly preferred.
• Proven leadership skills as a team player/builder and a driver of value-added results.
• Strong internal and external communication and team-building skills.
• Able to energize and develop all levels of the team.
• Experience in building (re-building) process/systems focused structure.
• Maintenance experience with outages, rotating and electrical generation equipment (turbine, generator, etc.).
• Experience in or knowledge of one or more these is preferred: Electrical and controls systems, Air compressors, Condensate pumps, Cooling water systems, Understanding of solid fuel combustion practices and materials handling processes, Continuous Improvement, Safety and Incident Management.

The following is preferred for this role:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces.
• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator.
• Consistently work in various weather conditions.

Requirements

Physical Demands:

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb.
• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs.
• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces.

Qualifications

Qualify to wear a full-face respirator. Consistently work in various weather conditions.

Benefits

Health Care Benefits - start 1st day of employment Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards 401 (k) plan - match up to 7% Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holiday) Paid Parental Leave Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Bonus In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drugs, vision, and dental plans; 401 (k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays. Additional details are available at . For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld’s reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable).

DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.