Job Duties R&E is a joint powers entity formed by Ramsey and Washington Counties. R&E coordinates recycling and waste programs between the two counties and owns and operates the R&E Center in Newport, Minnesota. R&E's vision is vibrant, healthy communities without waste. R&E accomplishes its mission through partnerships and innovation.

This position reports to the R&E Facility Director and will oversee and direct the work of staff and contractors to ensure the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of the R&E Center; participate in the development and administration of the Facility Budgets and planning; and will be responsible for the overall operation of the Facility in the absence of the Facility Director

This is professional (exempt) work including, but not limited to, the following duties:

Promote a diverse, culturally competent and respectful workplace.

Lead effort to recommend, monitor, develop and update R&E Center standard operating policies and procedures.

Work with the Facility Director to develop R&E Center operations schedules to meet operational and contractual requirements.

Assist with the day-to-day supervision of plant supervisors.

Work with the Facility Director and staff in the preparation and submittal of the annual operations budget.

Supervise the performance and activities of contractors involved in the operation of the facility.

Assist the Facility Director in the preparation of operating and capital budgets, and in the overall processing, operations and maintenance schedule for the facility.

As assigned, participate in the selection of consultants/contractors for R&E Center maintenance, operations and capital projects.

Work with Safety Coordinator to ensure facility staff and supervisors adhere to safety standards and address any failure to meet those standards.

Compile environmental data, develop and submit reports to the counties and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to keep the R&E Center in compliance with regulations. Renew licenses and permits as needed.

Manages and directs work for the following positions: Transportation Manager, Supply Chain Coordinator

Ensure proper reporting and disposal of hazardous waste.

Process storm water samples quarterly and ship to vendor for testing. Report findings to the MPCA.

Act as primary liaison for contracted service providers for cameras, uniforms, janitorial, lawn/snow service, pest control, etc, to ensure effective servicing and maintenance that support facility operations.

Act as back-up for the Transportation Manager.

Make operational decisions in the absence of the Facility Director.

May make presentations to, or answer questions from, the R&E Board in the absence of the Facility Director.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Facility Director.

Minimum Education Required High School diploma, GED or equivalent.

Minimum Experience Required A combination of post-secondary education and operational management experience equaling at least six (6) years.

Shift First (Day)

Number of Openings 1

Public Transportation Accessible Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply Yes

Physical Required No

Drug Test Required No

Compensation $106,702.93 - $161,397.75 / Annually

Postal Code 55055

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

10500

Job Type

Full Time

Job Benefits

Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy offers a comprehensive benefits package including low cost medical and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance and tax-deferred compensation. Employees of Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy participate in the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (P.E.R.A.) pension plan. Both the employee and the employer make contributions in accordance with current legislative requirements.

A summary of benefits available to R&E non-represented employees can be found on our website.

Application Link

https://recyclingandenergy.org/careers/operationsmgr/

Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy

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