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About the Role

Ensures the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operations of the assigned MRF and maintains cost management within the MRF. The successful candidate is a visible, hands-on leader who thrives under pressure, makes sound real-time decisions, and drives a strong culture of accountability, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Ensures smooth operation of site, including: gatehouse, sorting, loading.
• Ensures system is performing at highest level.
• Minimizes handling and operational costs.
• Continually works to reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of site.
• Regularly proposes means of operational improvement.
• Acts as a liaison, where necessary, for community relationships and customers.
• Oversee and manage WM contractual obligations.
• Complies with and ensures adherence to WM’s Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Submits reasonable budget information and analyzes data versus year-to-date data and prior year budget.
• Assists in creating a positive team-oriented environment through employee development and motivation.
• Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property of the MRF through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with supervisors/employees.
• Oversees personnel needs of the MRF including selecting, coaching, and training employees and evaluating employee performance.
• Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
• Conducts and/or attends and contributes to periodic safety meetings.
• Provides training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.
• Updates and submits required reports in a timely manner.
• Identify and eliminate waste to improve flow, reduce downtime, and optimize labor and equipment utilization.
• Lead problem-solving initiatives using structured methodologies.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement with measurable results.
• Build, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline teams.
• Set clear expectations and hold teams accountable for performance and behavior.
• Foster a positive, engaged, and high-performing work environment.
• Motivate teams during high-pressure situations while maintaining focus and discipline.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.
• 7 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).
• Experience leading a team of 3-4 salaried employees including supervisors (as well as above required experience and education).
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and influence teams.
• Calm and decisive under pressure, with strong problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical capabilities.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and integrity.
• Must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative for potential air travel or access to federal property.

Skills

• Leadership
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Analytical capabilities
• Team development
• Motivation
• Accountability
• Continuous improvement

Location

• 260 New Toronto St, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2E8

Work Type

• On-site
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Plant Manager III
• 7 years of relevant work experience
• Experience leading a team of 3-4 salaried employees

Education Level

• Bachelor's Degree
• High School Diploma or GED

Salary/Compensations

• $130,000 - $150,000
• Eligible for bonus

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company match on RRSP
• Paid Vacation
• Holidays
• Personal Days

About the Company

• WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions.
• Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity.
• The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada.
• With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals.
• WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America.
• WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America.
• Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe.
• WM Leaders are a critical part of our People First culture.
• The proud, caring and resilient members of the WM family are the foundation for our success.
• We commit to taking care of each other, our customers, our communities and the environment.
• We are Leaders in Sustainability & Environmental Solutions.
• WM is more than just managing waste.
• We're industry leaders helping people and organizations achieve their sustainability goals, and We Are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow.

Equal Opportunity

• WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
• WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation.
• Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.