CHaRM Warehouse Operations Manager

Description

• Internally diverting materials away from the landfill.
• Providing opportunities for residents to divert materials away from the landfill.
• Coordinating opportunities for student engagement into various programs, events, etc.
• Coordinating opportunities for staff engagement into various programs, events, etc.
• Supporting local municipal governmental entities adopting sustainable practices.
• Securing resources in support of the goals of the Zero Waste Initiative and other related sustainability practices.
• Support a “circular economy”, “zero waste”, single-use plastics reduction campaigns, food diversion efforts, and other related practices.

Examples of Duties

• Oversee CHaRM Warehouse operations at 350 Armory Drove, South Holland, IL 60473.
• Implement and maintain Recycling Warehouse equipment and technology including but not limited to Xcycler and related machinery, bailers, fork-lifts and trucks.
• Manage full-cycle recycling on-site, including but not limited to aluminum, glass, dairy and food scrap.
• Coordinate delivery of materials with CHaRM vendors, and profitable disposal of recycled and bailed materials.
• Coordinate sustainable contract initiatives with oversight from Vice President of Administration.
• Manage staff and contractors engaged at the Recycling Warehouse and provide all necessary training and safety awareness.
• Ensure safety regulations and compliance at Recycling Warehouse.
• Assist Plant Operations with integrated recycling projects.
• Identify additional sustainability sales and partnership opportunities and facilitate meetings.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as requested by campus leadership.

Typical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in logistic or related field, or 5+ years of work experience in aluminum fabrication, glass processing, industrial manufacturing, or related equipment-based operations.

• Proven ability to operate manufacturing equipment such as CNC routers, automated saws, brake presses, glass cutting machines, tempering machines, edge polishers, and material-handling equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Knowledge of material properties for aluminum extrusion, tempered glass, laminated glass, and architectural components.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing safety standards, lockout/tagout, and proper PPE use.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with production, sales, and engineering.
• Basic competency with computers, ERP systems, and digital measurement tools.

Supplemental Information

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. regularly.
• Standing, bending, climbing ladders, and operating equipment for extended periods.

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Certification
• First Aid / CPR / AED
• Forklift Certification
• Aerial/Scissor Lift Certification

• CNC Operating Certification
• Glass Processing Technician Certification (if applicable)
• Fabrication or Welding Certifications (MIG/TIG, Aluminum preferred)
• Precision Measurement Tools Certification
• Industrial Maintenance or Mechanical Technician Certification
• Crane/Hoist Operator Certification

• Lean Six Sigma (Yellow/Green Belt)
• ISO 9001 Quality Management Training
• 5S Workplace Organization Certification

• Manufacturing Sales Training
• Technical Sales Certification
• Estimating or Project Coordination Training