Plant Manager

Plant Manager



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 materialssafely, 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 rightfor 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 Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day execution of plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production of high-quality compost products. Reporting to the Director of Plant Operations, this role translates operational direction into daily actions on the plant floor by leading frontline teams, coordinating production and maintenance activities, and serving as the site-level leader for safety, quality, and workforce development.
How You Make an Impact
As Plant Manager, you are the operational heartbeat of the facility. By managing daily production activities, overseeing equipment readiness, and coaching frontline leaders and operators, you ensure production goals are met while maintaining safety, regulatory compliance, and product quality. Your hands-on leadership directly enables operational consistency, team capability, and continuous improvement at the site.
Key Responsibilities

• Execute daily plant operations, including scheduling production activities and managing incoming material volumes in alignment with direction from the Director of Plant Operations.
• Serve as the on-site leader for safety by enforcing company EHS policies, responding to incidents, and ensuring required training and certifications for equipment operators.
• Drive production targets by monitoring shift performance, adjusting staffing or workflows as needed, and escalating issues or constraints to the Director of Plant Operations.
• Oversee daily equipment condition and readiness, ensuring inspections, greasing, and preventative maintenance activities are completed to standard.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel and external contractors to support predictive and preventative maintenance programs.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements and permits, supporting audits, inspections, and documentation as directed.
• Supervise, train, and develop production employees, including onboarding new team members and delivering hands-on instruction in safety, equipment operation, and composting fundamentals.
• Partner with the Director of Plant Operations to coach and develop Shift Leads, using performance outcomes and engagement as key success indicators.
• Manage shift schedules and personnel assignments to ensure adequate coverage for production needs, vacations, and extended absences.
• Act as the facility point of contact for product quality, inventory status, and material or amendment needs.
• Promote organization, visual management, and efficient workflow across the facility, identifying improvement opportunities and sharing recommendations with the Director of Plant Operations.
• Support cost control efforts at the site level and operate with awareness of expense management and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five to eight years of progressive experience in plant, production, or operations leadership, preferably in composting, manufacturing, agriculture, or waste-related industries.
• Strong working knowledge of equipment operations, safety protocols, and production workflows.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, and WasteWorks or similar operational systems.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain Certified Compost Operations Manager (CCOM) certification.

Success Profile
To be successful in this role, the Plant Manager will demonstrate:

• Operational Execution: Consistent achievement of daily and weekly production targets while maintaining product quality standards.
• Safety Leadership: Visible commitment to safety, proactive incident reporting, and strong adherence to environmental and regulatory requirements.
• People Development: Effective onboarding, training, and coaching of operators and Shift Leads to build a capable and engaged workforce.
• Equipment Reliability: Established routines for inspections, preventative maintenance, and timely repair coordination that support uptime and efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement: Initiative in identifying workflow, organization, and process improvements that enhance safety, quality, and productivity.

Physical Requirements

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. 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 Environment:

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. When applicable, employees required to wear a respirator must successfully complete a company-provided medical evaluation and fit test prior to use and maintain ongoing compliance with all applicable training and certification requirements. At McGill Environmental Systems, we offer competitive benefits:

• Competitive Pay Rates
• On-demand "Daily Pay" Option
• 401(K) with Company Match
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Saving Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Training & Development

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.

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