PLANT MANAGER III, MATERIAL RECOVERY FACILITY, GREATER NAPANEE, ON, CANADA – #5801

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PLANT MANAGER – MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY (MRF)

Location: Greater Napanee, ON (On-Site)

The Opportunity

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently seeking a Plant Manager for our client, a leading North American organization operating at the forefront of environmental and sustainability solutions.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for full operational ownership of a high-volume Materials Recovery Facility (MRF). The successful candidate will drive performance across safety, efficiency, cost control, and team leadership in a fast-paced, industrial environment.

This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on, floor-driven leader who thrives under pressure, leads from the front, and delivers measurable results through operational discipline and continuous improvement.

Position Overview

Reporting into senior operations leadership, the Plant Manager is accountable for the end-to-end performance of the facility, including inbound/outbound flow, processing operations, team leadership, and financial performance.

This role requires a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on execution, with a strong focus on building a high-performing team and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

  • Oversee all aspects of daily plant operations including receiving, sorting, processing, and outbound logistics
  • Drive throughput, efficiency, and cost optimization across all operational functions
  • Reduce handling costs and improve turnaround times for inbound and outbound vehicles
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reliability

Continuous Improvement

  • Lead structured problem-solving initiatives and drive a culture of continuous improvement
  • Identify and eliminate waste to improve process flow and equipment utilization
  • Implement operational metrics and KPIs to monitor and improve performance
  • Champion Lean principles and operational discipline across the site

Safety & Compliance

  • Promote and enforce a safety-first culture across all operations
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory, environmental, and operational standards
  • Lead safety meetings, training initiatives, and incident prevention strategies

Financial & Performance Management

  • Manage site-level budgets and monitor performance against targets
  • Analyze operational data and drive cost-saving initiatives
  • Ensure alignment between operational execution and financial performance

Leadership & Team Development

  • Build, lead, and develop a high-performing team of supervisors and frontline employees
  • Drive accountability, engagement, and performance across all levels of the operation
  • Support hiring, training, succession planning, and performance management
  • Foster a collaborative, results-driven culture

Facility & Stakeholder Management

  • Ensure facility cleanliness, maintenance, and operational readiness
  • Oversee preventive maintenance programs and site inspections
  • Act as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders, customers, and community partners

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum 7+ years of operations leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial, logistics, or processing environments
  • Proven experience managing large teams in fast-paced, high-volume environments
  • Strong operational and financial acumen with a track record of driving performance
  • Experience in continuous improvement / Lean methodologies strongly preferred

Core Competencies

  • Hands-on leadership style with strong floor presence
  • Ability to make real-time decisions under pressure
  • Data-driven, analytical mindset
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
  • High level of ownership, accountability, and integrity

Why This Opportunity

  • Full site leadership role with high visibility and impact
  • Opportunity to drive meaningful environmental and operational outcomes
  • Autonomy to shape processes, culture, and performance
  • Stable, growth-oriented organization with strong North American presence

Compensation

  • Base salary range: $125,000 – $140,000
  • Bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits package
  • Relocation assistance available for the right candidate

Apply Today

Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply in confidence by submitting a MS Word resume to:
info@indemand.ca

ONLY QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.

OPERATIONS MANAGER, KITCHENER, ON – #5797

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IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is currently looking to hire an OPERATIONS MANAGER for our client in Kitchener, ON.

We’re looking for a dynamic operations leader to take full ownership of a high-volume materials recovery facility (MRF). This role is at the heart of environmental performance and operational excellence—driving efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, industrial setting.

If you’re someone who thrives on optimizing complex operations, leading teams, and delivering measurable results, this is an opportunity to make a tangible difference every day.

What You’ll Do:

As a site leader, you will be accountable for the full scope of facility operations—balancing performance, cost control, and safety while building a high-performing team culture.

Operational Excellence

  • Oversee daily site operations including inbound/outbound logistics, sorting, and processing activities
  • Drive efficiency by reducing handling costs and improving throughput
  • Continuously improve turnaround times for inbound and outbound vehicles
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reliability
  • Identify and eliminate waste to improve process flow, reduce downtime, and optimize labor and equipment utilization
  • Lead structured problem-solving initiatives across operations
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives with clear metrics and measurable results

Safety & Compliance

  • Champion a culture of safety, ensuring adherence to all regulatory and operational standards
  • Lead safety initiatives, meetings, and training to maintain a zero-incident mindset

Financial & Performance Management

  • Manage site-level budgets and monitor performance against forecasts and historical data
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining operational integrity

Leadership & Team Development

  • Build, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline teams
  • Set clear expectations and consistently hold teams accountable for performance and behavior
  • Foster a positive, engaged, and high-performing work environment
  • Motivate teams during high-pressure situations while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards

Facility & Stakeholder Management

  • Ensure facility cleanliness, maintenance, and operational readiness through inspections and preventive programs
  • Serve as a key point of contact for community and external stakeholders when needed
  • Deliver clear, timely reporting and operational updates

What We’re Looking For:

Experience & Education

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 7+ years of experience in operations, manufacturing, logistics, or industrial environments
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams in a fast-paced setting

Core Strengths

  • Strong operational and financial acumen
  • Continuous improvement mindset (Lean/efficiency-driven thinking is a plus)
  • Ability to lead through change and drive accountability
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and influence at all levels
  • Calm, decisive, and resilient under pressure with strong problem-solving capability
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Data-driven mindset with strong analytical ability
  • High level of ownership, accountability, and personal integrity

Work Environment

  • Combination of office and active industrial facility environment
  • Hands-on leadership presence on the floor is essential

Compensation

  • Base salary range: $93,800 – $140,300
  • Performance-based bonus eligibility
  • Final offer will reflect experience, skills, and location

Why This Role Stands Out

  • High visibility leadership role with full operational ownership
  • Opportunity to drive meaningful environmental and business impact
  • Autonomy to shape processes, culture, and performance

 

Ready to discuss? Connect today to learn more!

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to info@indemand.ca.

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Use

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. may use artificial intelligence (AI)–enabled tools to support certain aspects of our recruitment process, including the screening and assessment of applications. These tools are used to assist with organizing, reviewing, and evaluating candidate information and do not replace human judgment or decision-making.