Director of Plant Operations

We’re looking for passionate and self-motivated individuals to join our team and build their careers while building a more sustainable world. Join us. Build a Sustainable Career McGill offers fast-paced, varied work at a growing company in an industry making the world a greener place. Most jobs relate to product manufacture and the transportation of raw feedstocks and products, including experienced heavy equipment operators and CDL drivers, as well as owner-operators. We have a small office and sales staff assigned to each facility, too. Site teams focus on product manufacture and sales. The corporate office handles business development, IT, marketing, media relations and sales management. We offer wages at or above community averages and a full benefit package. We’re looking for people who are rapid adapters and can think outside of the box while also working within established systems and management protocols. Opportunities for Veterans We’re grateful to the members of our nation’s armed forces, and we’re looking for qualified veterans to join our team! We understand you bring unique skills and experiences to the workforce and want to help you expand your civilian career opportunities. Military job codes don’t always match up to civilian job titles. Use this reference sheet to match job codes from all branches of the military to our McGill job titles: View Form If this sounds like a company where you can build your career, please apply to one of our open positions below. We look forward to hearing from you! Position: Director of Plant Operations Location: New Hill, NC Job Id: 166 # of Openings: 1 Make a Real Impact with McGill Environmental Systems At McGill, our purpose is to rebuild the soils that support life on our planet. We turn biodegradable waste into high-quality compost that helps restore depleted soils and supports a cleaner, greener future. Using advanced composting technology, we handle a wide range of organic materials—safely, reliably, and with purpose. We believe real environmental change should benefit people, the planet, and the economy. We take pride in our role within the communities we serve, contributing positively to a cleaner, healthier, and sustainable environment. Driven by our core values of Excellence, Integrity, Accountability and Collaboration, we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and strive to create a rewarding, safe, and empowering workplace for all. When you join McGill, you’re joining a team that values hard work, innovation, and doing what’s right—for our colleagues, our customers, our communities, and the Earth. Whether you’re working with machinery, logistics, or sales, your work directly supports a greener, healthier future. Purpose of the Role The Director of Plant Operations is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of daily operations at the facility. This role is essential for ensuring regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and the delivery of high-quality compost products. By overseeing production, maintenance, safety, and team development, the Director of Plant Operations ensures McGill’s mission is realized through effective facility management and community engagement. How You Make an Impact As Director of Plant Operations, you are the driving force behind operational success and environmental impact. By coordinating plant operations, maintaining compliance, and nurturing a high-performing team, you help deliver quality products and foster positive relationships with customers, contractors, and the community. Your commitment to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement directly supports McGill’s vision of environmental stewardship and business growth. Key Responsibilities Manage daily plant operations, including scheduling incoming tonnages with Intake sales and coordinating compost production based on orders. Ensure adherence to all regulatory agencies and permits, maintaining compliance at all times. Supervise, train and develop production employees. Oversee maintenance and servicing of equipment, including negotiating and scheduling outside contractors as needed. Maintain inventory of parts and supplies for maintenance and preventative maintenance. Administer company environmental, health, and safety policies; host inspectors, compliance officers, and regulatory agencies. Control expenses and maintain P&L responsibility for the site. Ensure quality products are produced and delivered on time to customers. Build and maintain relationships with customers, contractors, vendors, and the public through communication, community outreach, and resource management. Perform other duties as required or directed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; 6+ years related experience in Operations management, preferably in a manufacturing environment in the food, agricultural or waste industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid Driver’s License. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and Wasteworks. Success Profile To thrive in this role, the Director of Plant Operations will demonstrate the following outcomes: Operational Excellence: Consistently meet or exceed operational goals for efficiency, compliance, and product quality, contributing directly to McGill’s business growth. Safety and Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment and ensure full regulatory compliance, representing McGill with professionalism and integrity. Team Leadership: Mentor and support production employees, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone is empowered to achieve their goals and contribute to McGill’s mission. Community and Environmental Impact: Advance McGill’s sustainability mission by ensuring our operations make a positive difference in the communities we serve. Continuous Improvement: Embrace a mindset of growth by seeking feedback, sharing ideas, and driving improvements in operational processes, customer experience, and team performance. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach, and use hands and arms to handle or operate tools, equipment, and materials. The employee frequently climbs stairs, bends, stoops, and moves about the facility, including outdoor and uneven terrain. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance and may be required to push, pull, or maneuver heavy objects and equipment as part of daily operations. This position may require working in varying environmental conditions including heat, cold, humidity, odors, dust, and noise. The employee must be able to wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, and respiratory protection as necessary. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is conducted in both indoor and outdoor areas of the facility. Employees may be exposed to dust, dirt, mud, loud noise, strong odors, heavy machinery in proximity, and potentially extreme weather conditions. Terrain may be uneven, soft, or shifting. Low/variable lighting and slip, trip, or fall hazards should be expected. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety harness, hard hat, high-visibility apparel, safety footwear, gloves, safety glasses, and issued lighting devices, will be provided and must be worn as required when on site. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The McGill Environmental Systems Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, discipline, and termination. We are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, and we encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. McGill Environmental Systems 2425 Kildaire Farm Road Suite 106 Cary, NC 27518 #J-18808-Ljbffr McGill Environmental Systems | McGill Compost