Job Description
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:Advance, NC Full-Time / Salary Position SummaryThe Facility Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations at a facility, including activities related to receiving, processing, bagging, and selling organic materials.They are responsible for all aspects of the P&L at their facility.The Facility Manager oversees a team of managers, supervisors, operators, and drivers to ensure safe and efficient operations in compliance with all safety, environmental, and other relevant regulatory requirements and standards and all Denali policies.They work closely with the General Manager and/or Assistant General Manager and other members of the leadership team to drive continuous improvement, deliver high-quality products to customers, and meet budget objectives.The Facility Manager is responsible for developing and implementing a facility operation strategy to ensure a profitable business, including by managing costs to a budget and analyzing financial performance compared to targets.They must also ensure effective collaboration between various operations, maintenance, logistics, clerical, and sales personnel.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop a workplace culture in line with Denali's four values:Care For Our Future, Climb Higher, Dig Deeper, and Stand Together.Manage facility staff, including by hiring, training, and developing employees.Evaluate employee performance on an ongoing basis, and provide input on hiring, promotion, and termination decisions.Communicate regularly with the facility team to establish expectations, provide training, share strategic priorities, and keep them informed on key performance metrics.Coordinate various operations activities, including receiving, depackaging, composting, processing, testing, bagging, selling, and hauling and/or shipping finished products.Create and/or maintain reports on daily operations and key performance metrics.Develop operational plans to meet performance targets and adhere to company standards.Manage vendors and subcontractors to support operations economically and efficiently.Represent Denali well when interacting with customers, visitors, and community members.Develop and maintain positive relationships with regulators and local government officials.Manage all aspects of the P&L at the facility.Create and/or maintain systems to track all revenue, expenses, labor, maintenance, and other financial information to ensure business is running efficiently.Communicate and ensure compliance with all standards, policies, and procedures.Inspect facility and equipment daily, develop and implement action plans for continuous improvement, and report issues and progress to the General Manager and/or Assistant General Manager.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredAssociate's degree or higher in a related field preferred2years of composting experience with working knowledge of composting procedures and processes2years of P&L or budget management experience3years of proven leadership experience managing and developing teamsPreferred Qualifications5years in Composting Operations Management, Agriculture, Industrial Engineering, or related disciplineCertified Compost Operations Manager (CCOM) or Certified Composting Professional (CCM) certificationLean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement certificationFamiliarity with composting and bagging equipment, including wheel loaders, grinders, screeners, heavy trucks, and automated bagging, mixing, and stacking equipmentBilingual fluency (English & Spanish) is a plusExperience in a manufacturing environment is a plusExperience with trucking and delivery logistics is a plusCore Competencies & SkillsStrong leadership and team development skillsAbility to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectivelyAbility to analyze operational reports and implement data-driven improvementsStrong organizational and communication skillsWork EnvironmentAgricultural, manufacturing and industrial production settingsExposure to moving machinery, forklifts, and industrial equipmentMay require extended periods of sitting, standing, and walkingWhat We OfferMission-driven work in a rapidly growing sustainability com