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.