Facility Operations Manager I

Overview Clean Harbors, Dolton, IL is looking for an Operations Manager to join their safety conscious team! The Facility Operations Manager I is responsible for the management of all plant operations such as overseeing drum pumping, tank farm operations and recycling/distillation operations. Plant Operations Managers act as second in command in the absence of the General Manager. Shift: Days Must have 6-8 years of plant operations experience. Why work for Clean Harbors? Health and Safety is our #1 priority, and we live it 3-6-5! Environmental experience is a must. Competitive wages Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment Group 401K with company matching component Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement Positive and safe work environments Responsibilities KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform multiple site-specific plant operations such as Drum pumping, tank farm operations, truck offloading/loading in compliance with DOT segregation requirements, wastewater treatment, fuels blending, Shredder operations, Inventory and Waste Tracking scanning application, and proper warehousing requirements. Oversee and manage multiple areas and shifts within the facility. Supervise and develops multiple Operations Supervisors, Plant Foremen and plant operations. Ensure proper waste routing and management according to specified efficiencies. Work in conjunction with the General Manager on personnel functions including, but not limited to hiring, terminating, development, etc. Work closely with the General Manager to continue to develop and enhance the facility's throughput and operation. Analyze and review profitability of the facility in conjunction with the General Manager. Ensure that employees follow and maintain all applicable Health and Safety Standard Operating Procedures. Hold employees accountable. Ensure, understand and have ownership for area specific permit required compliance standards. Develop daily production goals for multiple groups and ensure execution. Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment. Review all applicable SOPs and score satisfactorily on quizzes. Understand and drive Clean Compliance standard. Ensure that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times. Emphasize productivity, health & safety, compliance and customer satisfaction. Ensure that each project has an operating plan and that field personnel follow it. Onsite supervision, training and mentoring of field supervisors and technicians and provide input to Branch Manager regarding performance evaluations for individuals under direct supervision. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business. Qualifications What does it take to work at Clean Harbors? High School diploma or equivalent required; Must be 18 years or older; 1+ Years of related experience; Fork lift experience preferred (Not Required); Ability to use computer; Ability to lift 50 or more pounds; Clean Harbors has a commitment to excellence deeply rooted in a strong sense of tradition. Our entire business model revolves around keeping North American businesses green. We generate more than $1.2 billion in annual revenue as a world-class environmental service organization and market leader in industrial hazardous waste management, parts-cleaning technology, and oil re-refining. We collect over 200 million gallons of used motor oil each year and we have the largest re-refinery capacity in North America allowing us to re-refine more than 150 million gallons each year. Every day, we help our customers resolve their waste management needs and reduce their carbon footprint. PROTECTION. CHOICES. PEOPLE. MAKE GREEN WORK.™ Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer. Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. Clean Harbors and its subsidiaries are a Military & Veteran friendly company. Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. Job Info Job Identification 158763 Job Category Management Posting Date 03/27/2026, 01:04 PM Locations 615 East 138th Street, Dolton, IL, 60419, US Job Schedule Full time Pay Range $41,500 - $133,303 Annually Job Function Plant & Facilities Management #J-18808-Ljbffr CleanHarbors