Facility Manager - Kitchener, ON

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world’s largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we’re missing is you. Apply today!!

About the role





Reworld Waste is a leading provider of environmental solutions across a wide range of industries including heavy-light manufacturing, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, health and beauty, food, automotive, environmental consultants, municipalities, and other industrial manufacturers. Our services help solve some of the toughest challenges faced by these industries. Our mission is simple: To develop and deliver waste and risk elimination solutions that positively benefit our Clients, our community, and our Environment.

Reworld offers our valued team members:

Rewarding careers with competitive pay

No cost Basic Life and Basic AD&D Insurance, as well as supplemental employee life and AD&D and dependent life options

Industry-leading retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness Incentive & Rewards Program

Round-the-clock support through our Health Advocate partnership

Career development and mentorship

Educational assistance to help you invest in your future

And much more

Position Description: (Onsite Position)

Responsible for all localized activities of the Facility. Accountable for the obtainment of optimum efficiency and economy of all Facility operations. Expected to maximize profits by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate leadership

Job Duties/Expectations (minimum)

Maintain comprehensive, training records, hazard assessment records and documentation.

Ensure continuous learning and skill enhancement through cross-training and professional development opportunities.

Ensure the development, maintenance, and regular updates of clear, comprehensive, and standardized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all critical equipment, processes, and safety protocols.

Conduct regular audits (plant walks) to ensure SOP compliance and effectiveness.

Set clear expectations, lead, coordinate, train, and direct plant supervisors on initiatives from Corporate and Divisional leaders.

Coordinate and communicate daily with the local employee base any items of concern as they might relate to the following:

Compliance with DEP, NCSA, WDNR, POTW permits, and all other Regulatory Authorities.

Analyze Facility budget requests, sales and activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity and goal achievement and identify areas in which cost reductions and program improvements can be made.

Directly Influence work schedules and assignment of specific duties.

Establish and implement policies, goals objectives and procedures, conferring with organization officials as necessary.

Directly supervise Facility employees; carry out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Personnel responsibilities consist of; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and conflict resolution; determining staffing requirements, interviewing, hiring and training new employees.

Pursue all unidentified Facility growth opportunities.

Cost Management and Financial Accountability:

Manage facility expenses within the annual operating budget, demonstrating a year-over-year cost reduction in overall facility cost.

Regularly review financial performance (monthly, quarterly, yearly) and proactively identify opportunities for cost reduction, expense optimization, and waste minimization.

Implement cost reduction strategies focused on overtime, vendors and suppliers with measurable savings targets.

Accurately forecast and plan CapEx projects to ensure alignment with strategic goals and ROI benchmarks.

Requirements:

Engineering, BA. PMP, or equivalent plus; or ten (10) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in industry.

Office Suite Software – Microsoft Office

Ability to sit, stand and drive for long periods of time.

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Must be responsible, well organized and exhibit great Safety Awareness; identify and correct conditions that effect employee and client safety.

Integrity – Job requires being honest and ethical.

Leadership – Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer perspective and direction.





All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  


If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the ‘Contact Us’ button. Under Inquires, select ‘Careers’ in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message.  In the message section, please note this is a ‘Job Application Accommodation Request’.

Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms

Reworld may sometimes selectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role) has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.