Plant Manager III, Material Recovery Facility (MRF)

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People are the driving force behind everything we do.

From drivers and technicians to analysts, managers and corporate professionals, every employee plays a role in delivering essential services that support communities across Canada.

Whether you're starting your career, growing your expertise or taking the next step into leadership, you'll find opportunities to build a long-term future at WM Canada.

We invest in our people through training, development and opportunities to grow because we believe great careers are built, not found. In fact, many of our leaders began their careers in frontline and technical roles, reflecting our commitment to developing talent from within.

Lead people. Drive results. Make an impact.

At WM Canada, leadership is about more than managing operations.

It's about building teams, developing talent, driving performance and delivering services that communities rely on every day.

As a leader, you'll have the opportunity to influence business outcomes while creating an environment where employees can thrive.

What you'll do

Develop high-performing teams
Create a culture built on safety, accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Drive operational excellence
Lead performance across safety, service, employee engagement and financial results.

Shape what’s next
Support strategic growth initiatives, operational innovation and long-term business success.

Make decisions that matter
Lead with autonomy while leveraging the resources and expertise of a North American industry leader.

Build the next generation of leaders
Coach, mentor and develop employees to help them reach their full potential.

What you'll gain

Continued leadership development opportunities

Employee share ownership opportunities

Retirement savings support

Flexibility and a trust-based leadership culture

The ability to influence meaningful business outcomes

Why leaders choose WM

Because they have the opportunity to lead large, impactful operations, develop exceptional teams and help people build rewarding careers.

Lead where your decisions make a difference.

Job Summary

The Plant Manager III, Material Recovery Facility (MRF) 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.

Location: 260 New Toronto St, Etobicoke, ON M8V 2E8

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• 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

Supervisory Responsibilities
The highest level of supervisory skills required in this job is the management of supervisory employees. This includes:

• Direct supervision of 3-4 full-time employees including
• Indirect supervision of approx. 25 full-time employees.

Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.

Experience: 7 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement)

Preferred: Experience leading a team of 3-4 salaried employees including supervisors (as well as above required experience and education)

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

• 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

Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Normal setting for this job is: Plant (Material Recovery Facility), significant travel to Ontario and US facilities for training.

Pay: The expected base pay range for this on-site position in Etobicoke is $120.000,00- $135.000,00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for bonus. This position is not for an existing vacancy

Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on RRSP, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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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. ABOUT WM

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. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States: 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.

For Canada: 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.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.