Facility Manager

About Company:

Denali is the leading organic recycling company on a mission to unlock the power of unused food and organics, transforming them into resources to feed, fuel and replenish the earth. Our work is essential to keeping water clean, reducing the need for new landfill capacity, building soil fertility, helping farmers be more resilient, and reducing society's reliance on fossil fuels. Denali provides meaningful and measurable change for any business that handles food, creating value with our scalable solutions across the nation. Our services and products touch thousands of acres and businesses, millions of tons of organic material, and nearly every person who purchases and consumes food in the U.S. Apply to join our team today!

Facility Manager

Location: Glendale, AZ
Job Type: Full-Time / Salaried

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Facility Manager to lead the overall performance of our Glendale, Arizona facility. This position is responsible for managing facility operations, employees, safety and environmental compliance, equipment reliability, production capacity, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a strong operational leader who can develop employees, establish accountability, analyze performance trends, resolve recurring problems, and maintain a safe, organized, compliant, and productive work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Facility Leadership and Operational Performance

• Direct the facility's daily operations, staffing, production capacity, workflow, housekeeping, and operational priorities.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to company standards.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and other resources to meet production and service requirements.
• Identify operational constraints and implement solutions that improve productivity, quality, reliability, and cost performance.
• Communicate facility priorities, performance expectations, and operational risks to employees and senior leadership.

Safety and Environmental Compliance

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Maintain compliance with environmental permits, approved waste-handling practices, and disposal requirements.
• Oversee Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure ( SPCC ) requirements, secondary containment, inspections, documentation, spill prevention, and emergency response procedures.
• Ensure incidents, spills, environmental concerns, and compliance risks are properly documented, investigated, corrected, and escalated.
• Keep the facility prepared for internal, customer, regulatory, and environmental audits.

Preventive Maintenance and Equipment Reliability

• Manage the facility's preventive maintenance program and ensure PM work is completed accurately and on schedule.
• Monitor critical equipment inspections, overdue maintenance, downtime, recurring failures, and equipment availability.
• Coordinate repairs and establish priorities based on safety, compliance, production impact, and operational risk.
• Identify critical spare-parts requirements and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Develop recommendations for equipment repairs, replacements, and capital improvements.

Risk Management and Continuous Improvement

• Maintain and regularly update the facility's Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) .
• Prioritize operational risks using Risk Priority Numbers ( RPNs ), safety considerations, compliance exposure, and production impact.
• Lead corrective and preventive actions designed to eliminate recurring problems.
• Conduct 5-Why root-cause analyses for incidents, failures, downtime, and other significant operational issues.
• Verify that corrective actions are effective and sustainable before closing them.
• Encourage employee participation in continuous improvement efforts.

KPIs and Management Systems

• Own and maintain facility KPI scorecards, management sheets, and performance reporting.
• Track safety, compliance, production, equipment reliability, preventive maintenance completion, staffing, cost, downtime, and other critical operating measures.
• Analyze performance trends to identify potential concerns before they develop into recurring problems.
• Establish action plans for performance gaps and follow through until measurable improvement is achieved.
• Provide accurate and timely facility performance updates to leadership.

People Development, SOPs, and Accountability

• Recruit, train, coach, develop, and retain a capable facility team.
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold employees accountable for results.
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, attendance, training needs, and employee performance.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce standard operating procedures ( SOPs ).
• Establish cross-training plans to strengthen workforce flexibility and operational coverage.
• Conduct regular team meetings, coaching conversations, and performance reviews.
• Address performance, conduct, or policy concerns promptly and consistently.

5S and Facility Standards

• Lead and maintain a strong 5S workplace organization program .
• Ensure the facility remains clean, organized, standardized, properly maintained, and audit-ready.
• Conduct routine facility inspections and promptly correct identified deficiencies.
• Identify conditions that could create safety, environmental, compliance, productivity, or equipment-reliability risks.
• Reinforce ownership and accountability for maintaining facility standards across all departments.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous facility, plant, production, or operations management experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading employees and managing daily operational performance.
• Working knowledge of workplace safety, environmental compliance, preventive maintenance, and facility management.
• Experience using KPIs, scorecards, or other performance-management systems.
• Ability to analyze problems, determine root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Strong organizational, decision-making, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized maintenance or operational reporting systems.
• Ability to work in an industrial environment and respond to operational needs outside normal business hours when necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, engineering, environmental science, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Experience with SPCC programs, environmental permitting, waste handling, and secondary-containment requirements.
• Experience managing preventive maintenance programs and capital-improvement projects.
• Familiarity with FMEA, RPN risk prioritization, 5-Why analysis, Lean principles, and continuous-improvement practices.
• Previous experience managing an industrial processing, recycling, manufacturing, waste-management, or similar facility.

Physical and Work Requirements

• Ability to work in both office and industrial facility environments.
• Ability to walk the facility, inspect equipment, climb stairs, and work around moving machinery.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions when required.
• Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Flexibility to respond to emergencies, compliance concerns, equipment failures, and operational issues as needed.

This is a safety-sensitive leadership position that requires sound judgment, attention to detail, and a consistent commitment to the safety of employees, contractors, customers, and the surrounding community.

What We Offer

• Mission-driven work in a rapidly growing sustainability company
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning
• Collaborative, values-driven team culture
• Competitive salary and benefits

Why You'll Love Working at Denali- Benefits & Perks

At Denali, the work we do begins and ends with you - our employees. That's why we strive to ELEVATE you to be your best, both at work and at home. Our benefits aren't just about compensation; they're part of a broader commitment to helping you thrive in all aspects of life. Here's how we live out our values every day:

• E - Employee : At Denali, we believe in offering competitive compensation packages that include not only great benefits but also a strong focus on safety, flexibility , and rewards and recognition . You are the backbone of our success, and we make sure you're valued every step of the way.
• L - Learning : We're committed to your growth and development . Our Ascend Employee Development Program and access to over 6,000 professional courses via our Learning Management System empower you to climb higher in your career - all at no cost to you.
• E - Environment : Our employees deserve a clean Earth. We're dedicated to doing our part in keeping waste out of landfills, so you can be proud of the work we do together to make a positive environmental impact .
• V - Valued : At Denali, we take pride in creating a culture of care . With resources that support your well-being, volunteerism opportunities, and a commitment to safe working conditions and inclusivity, you'll always feel like you belong here.
• A - Advancement : We believe in succession planning and providing opportunities for advancement . We want you to grow, and we'll be right there with you, supporting your career every step of the way.
• T - Together : We're stronger when we work together. At Denali, you'll have opportunities to give and receive support not just within the workplace, but within our broader community. Our team is united, and we celebrate the value of working and succeeding as one.
• E - Employees : You are the heart of Denali. We believe our employees deserve the very best. This is why we offer an array of benefits that support your overall well-being, from health coverage to work-life balance, because when you succeed, we all succeed.

Our Benefits Package Includes :

• Comprehensive Medical : Our self-insured medical plans are designed with your health in mind, offering competitive options including copay and HSA plans so you can choose what best suit your health needs.
• Dental & Vision : Keep your smile bright and your vision clear with full coverage for you and your family.
• Generous 401(k) Match : We're here for your long-term future - we offer a generous 401(k) match of up to 4%, helping you build the foundation for tomorrow.
• Company-Paid Disability & Life Insurance : We've got you covered with company-paid Long-Term and Short-Term Disability , as well as AD&D and Life Insurance , giving you peace of mind knowing you're protected.
• Voluntary Life for Employees & Family : Customize additional coverage for you and your loved ones with our voluntary life insurance options.
• Health Savings Plan : Save on medical expenses with a Health Savings Plan designed for your needs.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Sick Time : We value your well-being. Take time for yourself, your family, and personal matters with generous PTO and Sick Time, including family leave.
• 9 Paid Holidays : Enjoy a well-rounded work-life balance with 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
• Paid Weekly : We believe in rewarding hard work consistently, which is why we offer weekly pay so you can stay on top of your financial goals.
• Professional Development : Ascend in your career with free access to thousands of courses that allow you to grow and develop professionally.
• Employee Assistance Program : Life can be challenging at times, and we're here to support you with our confidential Employee Assistance Program that offers counseling and resources for a variety of personal and professional needs.
• Wellness Program : At Denali, we believe that well-being goes beyond health coverage. Our Wellness Program offers resources to keep you mentally, physically, and emotionally balanced as you climb higher in both life and career.

We want you to feel valued, supported, and equipped for success - because when you thrive, we all thrive. So, come for benefits. Stay for the culture. We can't wait to see you reach new heights with us at Denali.


Apply to join our team today!

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities for all employees. Accordingly, the Company will not engage in any form of employment discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. The Company hereby affirms its desire to maintain a work environment for all employees that is free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination.