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Incorporated in 1992 and wholly owned by Albertan’s, Alberta Environmental Rubber Products (AERP): is Alberta’s largest scrap tire recycling company. AERP: has been converting scrap tires, using cutting edge technology, into materials that are used in everything from playgrounds, roofing products and athletic tracks. Our state-of-the-art processing plant in northwest Edmonton produces a variety of high-quality rubber products from shred to rubber crumb. We have become the industry leader through proprietary production techniques, consistently high standards and stringent quality control measures. Our innovative approach has allowed us to develop markets and sell processed material around the world.

People are at the core of everything we do so we put our focus on career development, promotion, and safety as a priority. If you are looking for a career and not just a job, you’re in the right place! AERP :offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive employer paid benefits package, amazing opportunities for career progression, RRSP matching program and an outstanding work environment.

To support the on-going growth of our business, we are currently seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and hands-on General Manager. :

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the establishment, implementation, and communication of corporate strategy
• Collaborate with ownership to develop the organization’s goals and bring expertise and knowledge to organization to successfully meet established goals
• Lead department heads in carrying out the organization’s goals and objectives
• Identify, recommend, and implement new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials
• Ensure that departmental decisions and project plans such as those for staffing, development, organization, material efficiency, hardware acquisitions, and facilities are in line with the organization’s business plan and vision
• Establish, communicate, and implement policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent execution
• Develop and administer annual budget and take full responsibility for overall P&L
• Review and approve cost control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for operations
• Present periodic performance reports and metrics to President and ownership
• Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies, trends, and best practices in the tire recycling sector and corporate management
• Own and manage relationships with key government officials, industry groups, and regulatory agencies
• Lead senior management team discussions, communications, and issue resolution
• Establish and maintain strong and supportive relationships with leadership team and other corporate executives, building an atmosphere of trust with team members and customers to promote inter-departmental cohesion and collaboration
• Bring a creative approach to leading, managing and growing a well-established business
• Provide outstanding leadership by creating a vision, gaining buy-in and supporting the team to execute on the vision
• Provide effective communication and vision to each department
• Ensure a high level of employee engagement to drive satisfaction and enable growth by providing passionate and inspiring leadership creating a culture of excitement, dedication and service
• Ensure the commitment to customer service is upheld through demonstrated decisions and actions made by the Company
• Ensure there is an effective recruitment and retention strategy to attract and retain a high caliber team
• Perform other related duties as needed

Core Competencies:

• Highly analytical with capacity to identify sources and compile relevant and appropriate information when needed, and the knowledge of where to go to obtain the information
• Attentive to details with the capacity to evaluate the effectiveness or performance of procedures, policies, and processes
• Highly adept with software systems and Office applications such as Excel and Word
• Exceptional verbal and written English communication and presentation skills
• Strong and well-developed social communication skills (assertive) with the ability to communicate with and coach/mentor diverse types of people accurately and effectively
• Proven business judgment, decision-making, and leadership skills
• Ability to recognize the environmental factors and risks that enable and support safety in the workplace – safety first mindset
• Proactive/planning oriented
• Ability to think strategically
• An authentic and results oriented leader
• Demonstrated ability to empower people and foster creativity
• Ability to embrace change and continually improve processes
• Professional attitude with exceptional organizational, prioritization, multi-tasking, time management, problem solving and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information

Education/Experience:

• 10 years prior experience in a similar role, ideally in a manufacturing setting
• Exposure to heavy equipment operation and manufacturing operations
• Proven and demonstrated record of success in the coaching, development and progression of people
• Degree, Diploma, or Post Secondary Education in Business, Management, or a related field

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We thank everyone for their interest in working for our company, however only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews.