Head of Operations **URGENT**

At The Wilmington Group we are One Trusted Partner transforming waste and recycling into value through innovative solutions exceptional service and sustainability.
We believe that attracting and developing talented individuals who share our commitment to being safe trustworthy passionate and respectful is the foundation of our success. Whether you work in our facilities in the field or in an office you will be part of a team making a real impact for our customers and communities. Ready to build a meaningful career with us Apply here or join our Talent Community to hear about new opportunities first.

The Wilmington Group has an exciting career opportunity for a full-time Operations Manager to join our team in High Point NC. The Operations Manager is responsible for First Line Personnel Management responsibilities including Safety Environmental Maintenance Quality Asset Performance Management and Inventory Management.

In this role the Operations Manager targets and accomplishes high level results and goals through the team prioritizes and leads / manages activities in the most efficient means possible collects data monitors progress manages issues overcomes obstacles accepts accountability and leads / motivates the team.

The Operations Manager will oversee operations maintenance and general labor staff. Weekend or evening work may be required.

Travel Requirements: up to 10%.

Develop cultivate and enforce our Safety Is a Part of Everything We Do culture by ensuring all established safety procedures and protocols in the Plant are adhered to include Near Miss Reporting High Risk Task Reporting Incident investigation and root cause analysis.
Ensure monthly Safety Compliance and Training is completed to adhere to the RMR Safety Management System.
Utilize Performance excellence in Leadership analysis strategic planning customer/supplier focus workforce focus operations focus and importance of results.
Utilize Daily Management System to track and optimize productivity and standards metrics and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets
Increase production assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards
Manage and minimize labor overtime premium freight and repair expense to achieve daily efficiency goals
Keep all necessary business licenses and occupancy permits up to date as well as fire suppression system inspections and any other licenses needed to operate the facility
High School Diploma OR GED required;Bachelors Degree and/or progressive high-level supervisory training in recycling and/or manufacturing industries preferred

• 4 years experience leading operations management or supervisory experience required
• Maintenance Experience and Strong Mechanical aptitude OSHA training Material Handling experience preferred
• Previous Operations Manager experience in the recycling industry preferred Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement experience desirable
• Advanced knowledge of recycling plant operations

Knowledge of compliance with all regulatory bodies and standards (including OSHA EPA etc.)
Understanding of Scale Operation and fundamentals.
Understanding the impacts to production and how to teach and coach others through the variation of operation.
Ability to operate with the supplier / customers best interest in mind.
Maintain knowledge of customers material specifications and document all material rejections by customers
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PPT and Outlook)
Familiarity with plant office functions and Office Manager responsibilities
Detailed knowledge of how to properly operate a baler forklift skid steer wheel loader and if applicable a sort line focusing on optimal utilization.
Must be able to read write and speak the English language well enough to communicate understand and respond to questions instructions signs signals and safety training.
TWG offers a competitive Benefits package to include Medical Dental Vision and 401k match as well as voluntary benefits such as short-term disability long-term disability and life insurance. We also offer Paid Time Off and Holiday pay.

If interested please apply for immediate consideration and come join our team!

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