Job Description

The Facility Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, operational performance, and regulatory compliance of Patriot Environmental’s Portland waste treatment, disposal, and wastewater pre-treatment facility. This role holds full P&L accountability and leads all site functions—including operations, maintenance, logistics, laboratory, and safety—to ensure efficient, compliant, and profitable operations.

The Facility Manager oversees a multi-functional team in a regulated industrial environment and is responsible for optimizing throughput, maintaining compliance, and driving continuous improvement across all aspects of facility performance.

Essential Functions

Operations & Site Leadership

• Lead daily operations across processing, maintenance, logistics, laboratory, and administrative functions
• Direct and optimize waste treatment and processing activities
• Oversee inbound and outbound logistics including scheduling of tankers, railcars, and trailers
• Ensure efficient coordination of receiving, storage, processing, and outbound shipments
• Utilize CMMS systems to ensure reliability and maintenance of facility assets

Safety & Compliance

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures
• Maintain compliance with RCRA, CWA, EPA, DOT, OSHA regulations
• Manage permits and regulatory obligations; lead inspections and permit renewals
• Ensure accurate regulatory reporting and documentation

Financial & Business Performance

• Own facility P&L, cost controls, and budget performance
• Partner with sales teams to support growth and profitability
• Identify opportunities to improve throughput and operational efficiency
• Oversee inventory management and third-party vendor coordination

People Leadership

• Lead and develop cross-functional teams
• Set performance expectations and drive accountability
• Develop SOPs and lead training programs
• Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement

Reporting & Coordination

• Provide regular updates to senior leadership
• Partner with corporate functions across operations, finance, and compliance
• Oversee vendor and contractor performance

Education & Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical sciences is highly preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 7+ years in industrial waste processing, environmental services and/or related industries
• Progressive leadership experience
• P&L management experience
• Knowledge of waste treatment, wastewater pre-treatment, and regulatory frameworks including but not limited to RCRA, CWA, EPA, DOT, OSHA.
• Experience with plant operations, maintenance, and permitting
• Logistics experience (tankers, rail, or other bulk transport)

Core Competencies

• Strong operational leadership and process management
• Ability to improve efficiency and solve complex problems
• Effective team leadership and communication skills
• Ability to operate in a regulated, safety-critical environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CMMS systems

Work Environment

Combination of indoor and outdoor industrial work with physical activity including walking, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Crystal Clean LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Crystal Clean expressly values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages the applications of individuals from diverse backgrounds, so that Crystal Clean reflects the communities and customers that we serve.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000.00 - $145,000.00 and includes benefits such as the following:

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement