Plant Operations Manager

Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Legacy of Environmental Leadership!

Location: Benton, Arkansas

About Us: At Arcwood Environmental, we are more than just a company; we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we've been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana with a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees spread across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

Why Arcwood?

• Impactful Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allow us to solve our customers' waste challenges. We are part of the solution. We don't generate any waste ourselves.
• Growth Opportunities: At Arcwood, your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.
• Safety First: Your health and safety are our top priorities. We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well-being of their colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, Always.
• Collaborative Environment: Together we can achieve much more. Join a supportive and dynamic team where your ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.

Our Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace where every employee can thrive. As part of our team, you will have the freedom to contribute your expertise wherever needed, ensuring the success of our mission to protect the environment.

Our Vision: Our vision is to be the most trusted partner in the environmental services industry. We put our customers first and deliver agile, sustainable, and innovative solutions. We commit to nurturing top talent and creating lasting value for our customers, shareholders, communities, and the planet.

Our Ownership: Arcwood Environmental is backed by the EQT Infrastructure VI fund, enhancing our capabilities, and expanding our reach. EQT is a dynamic global investment powerhouse managing EUR 232 billion in assets (EUR 128 billion fee-generating). With a focus on Private Capital and Real Assets, EQT owns and supports leading companies across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, fostering sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership. This exciting ownership positions us for continued impacts and growth in the future.

Plant Operations Manager
As a Plant Operations Manager you will be responsible for leading operations for an industrial waste treatment facility, including safe and compliant practices, financial performance and customer satisfaction. This 24/7 facility employs approximately 280 team members.

Essential Functions & Requirements:

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Ensures operations are compliant with all Federal, State and Local regulations and Company policies
• Interviews, trains, mentors, evaluates performance and disciplines employees in accordance with Corporate Human Resources programs
• Reviews production processes and schedules to plan facility operations; establishes priorities and sequences to ensure productivity and quality
• Establishes production goals and resolves operational and maintenance-related issues to ensure minimal costs and to prevent delays
• Develops and/or revises standard operating procedures
• Troubleshoots treatment processes by utilizing chemistry principles and waste treatment knowledge
• Establishes production metrics and monitors progress via reporting to ensure continued goal achievement for the business unit
• Facilitates strong relationships between inter-plant and Corporate departments
• Prepares and performs audits on mandatory reporting related to all functional departments within the facility
• Monitors the cost of operations on a regular basis to ensure proper pricing and profitability
• Assists in developing the yearly operational budget and manages conformance to the budget by relevant departments
• Determines waste disposal options (acceptability and pricing) with Corporate Approvals; addresses physical and analytical issues surrounding non-conforming waste materials received
• Assists with proposal development; attends pre-bid meetings, assists with cost estimation and program planning, and provides technical support for Corporate groups as needed
• Reviews and manages departmental expenses including P&L, disposal billing and timesheet approvals, etc.
• Continuously monitors facility operations and programs for compliance and efficiency improvements
• Leads effective response to emergency situations, including the timely notification of reportable incidents, response actions, and removal of residues and replacement of supplies
• Assists in incident and near-miss investigations, identifies root and contributing causes and coordinates corrective measures and follow-up actions
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

Education:

• Bachelor's degree (required); within an engineering or science-related discipline (preferred)

Experience:

• 5+ years of hazardous waste operations and/or chemical operations experience (required) -OR-
• In lieu of degree, 9+ years of hazardous waste operations and/or chemical operations experience (required)
• Previous supervisory experience (required)
• Foundational P&L understanding (required)
• Technical experience with chemical-related equipment and/or processes (preferred)

Competencies:

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
• Thorough knowledge of all Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations pertaining to the environmental services industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate employees; strong safety leadership orientation
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong software/computer abilities specifically within the Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including a respirator
• Regular and predictable attendance to perform the essential functions and requirements of this role

Benefits, Compensation, & Workforce Diversity:
Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

A post-offer drug screen will be required.

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