Prep Facility Manager

Why PureCycle?

• Public company - NASDAQ PCT

• Industry best PTO plan

• Competitive pay structure (includes cash and equity incentives)

• Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)

• Awarded "Best Places to Work" two years in a row by Plastics News (2022, 2023)

• First-of-its-kind manufacturing processes/facilities designed with advanced technology and a "Born Digital" strategy.

Are you passionate about sustainability and making a difference in the world? The world is drowning in plastic waste and it's critical that we find scalable solutions to solve this crisis. PureCycle's mission is to help solve the global environmental problem created by plastic waste. By diverting #5 plastic away from landfills and oceans, waste plastic can have a new life as a valuable renewable resource. Through PureCycle's ground-breaking, patented recycling process, we separate color, odor, and contaminants from plastic waste to transform it into ultra-pure recycled resin. We provide our purified polypropylene resin to large companies like Procter & Gamble and L'Oreal to give them a sustainable solution for future products and packaging.

Location

Onsite in Denver, PA. Must be within a commutable distance.

Role Overview

The Facility Manager will report to the Director of PreP Operations and oversees the entire facility's operations, including trucking logistics, machinery maintenance, and front office administration. This position involves managing a diverse team of workers that will operate the sorting equipment, truck loading and unloading with forklifts, operation of balers, and general equipment maintenance. The Facility Manager ensures that the facility meets its operational goals, maintains high safety standards, and optimizes productivity.

What You'll Be Doing

• Oversee daily operations of the facility, ensuring efficient sorting of plastics and preparation for recycling.

• Manage trucking logistics for incoming and outgoing materials, working closely with the shipping logistics team to ensure timely delivery and dispatch.

• Lead a team of maintenance craftspeople to maintain the electronic and mechanical aspects of the sorting and baling machinery.

• Ensure the facility and its operations comply with all regulatory and environmental standards.

• Work with the Director of PreP Operations to develop and implement strategies to increase productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency.

• Work with corporate support functions in the recruitment, training, and management of all site employees, including operational and maintenance leads.

• Prepare and manage the facility's budget, working towards achieving profitable operations.

• Report directly to the Director of Prep Operations for PureCycle, providing regular updates on facility performance.

• Play a key role in the facility's expansion to a 24/7 operation, including planning and executing the scale-up process.

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor's degree in business management, Engineering, or a related field.

• Proven experience in facility management, preferably in a recycling, manufacturing, or continuous operations environment.

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Excellent understanding of mechanical and electronic systems used in industrial machinery.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Commitment to environmental sustainability and recycling initiatives.

What We Offer

• A unique opportunity to lead a cutting-edge plastic sorting facility.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• A dynamic work environment with potential for career growth.

• The chance to make a significant impact on the future of plastic recycling.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter, outlining their experience and qualifications for this role. We are looking to fill this position in the 2nd quarter of 2024 to be present during the construction and commissioning of the sortation system and will begin the selection process immediately.

Join us in transforming the future of plastic recycling and make a lasting impact on the environment. Apply today to become the Facility Manager of our Denver, Pennsylvania facility.