Industrial Cleaning/ Waste Manager

Job description

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Job Description:

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a Industrial Cleaning/ Waste Managerto join our  Final Assembly Line based in Mobile, AL.

This is an entry level, non-supervisory position focused on hazardous and non-hazardous waste related projects and is responsible for processing industrial cleaning and bulk waste handling.

The Facilities Coordinator - Industrial ensures customer satisfaction and needs are met by using available resources in the most efficient and effective way. Manage and improve services and suppliers to ensure delivery on time, quality and cost.

Meet the team:

The team at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facilities help assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three) production lines for the A220 and A320 Family aircraft. On the shop floor you’ll be surrounded by individuals who are passionate about aviation and skilled in areas like electrical, structure and quality. Join our team and help build the next generation of aircraft.

Your working environment:

Nearby on ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

How we care for you:

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Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”).

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Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

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Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages. 

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Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

Your challenges:

Day to day facility operations:     75%

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Manage WMSS onsite program, including manual labor associated with drum movements within the facility, drum bulking, drum crushing, assisting when extra personnel are needed, and other duties as assigned. 

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This is a non-supervisory position focused on hazardous and non-hazardous waste related projects. 

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Identify best practices that assist customers in reducing waste volumes, increasing operational efficiencies, identifying optimal equipment usage and generating cost savings. 

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Segregate, label, mark and package waste materials in a safe and compliant manner. 

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Collect, pour, transfer, consolidate, repackage and package solid, liquid & sludge material. 

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Manage labor intensive activities such as container or drum collection, drum bulking, sorting trash for recyclables, and loading of trucks. 

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Transfer waste into containers of different sizes.

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Provide labor support at 90 Day Hazardous Waste Pad, when applicable. 

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Wears required personal protective equipment. 

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Manages and cooperates in safety process, including following written procedures, attending required training and scheduled meetings.

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Maintains compliance with applicable environmental, safety and transportation regulations (EPA, OSHA, and DOT). 

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Must be able to work independently with little direction, and as a member of a team.

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Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc) most of the work day.

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exert physical effort in handling objects up to 30 pounds most of the work day.

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Required to exert physical effort in handling objects up to 50 pounds occasionally.

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Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc) most of the work day. 

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Required to be exposed to a physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements most of the workday.

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Ability to perform tasks in inclement weather. 

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Manage the movement of recyclable material through the facility, conduct material grading and evaluate for sale destination. 

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Manage the movement of material through the facility with the use of material handling equipment (i.e., forklift, pallet jack, handcarts, hoists, cranes) as required. 

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Manage the loading of materials into vehicles and see to it that strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit is installed.

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Uses PC tablets to dispense and receive information such as part numbers, quantities, locations, comments, etc. 

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Manages the conveying of materials from storage or work sites to designated area.

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Manages identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers. 

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Properly document work performed. 

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Conducts material audits.

Analyze and improve service delivery:      20%

·  Recommend and manage initiatives to increase and improve service delivery considering both cost and quality - KPI Management .
·  Simplify the complex process and procedures to reduce administrative actions.
·  Promote, master and apply new information technology tools. 

Additional Responsibilities:   

Other duties as assigned:       5%

Education:

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High School Diploma or GED required and four or more years previous experience.

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Associate's Degree or equivalent experience.

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RCRA, TSCA, OSHA (HAZWOPER), & DOT training.  

Experience:

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A least 6 years of progressive experience in industrial maintenance

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At least 3-5 years experience in managing hazardous and non-hazardous waste related projects, industrial cleaning and bulk waste handling

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At least 2 years of project management experience

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

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Demonstrated project management skills. 

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Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder expectations.

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Basic understanding of operating instructions and processes for machines.

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Basic understanding of or the ability to learn locations and organizational structure of the company.

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Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

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Ability to complete projects in a timely manner.

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Well-organized, self-directed, and an engaged, collaborative team player.

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Customer focused with a strong business orientation.

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Demonstrated ability to take ideas and concepts and turn them into a reality.

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Strong analytical skills

Your boarding pass:

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High School Diploma or GED required and four or more years previous experience. 

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Associate's Degree or equivalent experience, RCRA, TSCA, OSHA (HAZWOPER), & DOT training.

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Experience in a related area preferred

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Good communication skills.

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Basic understanding of operating instructions and processes for machines.

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Basic understanding of or the ability to learn locations and organizational structure of the company.

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Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

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Ability to complete projects in a timely manner.

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Travel Required: 10% Domestic.

Physical Requirements:  

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Onsite 100%

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Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.

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Hearing: Daily able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.

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Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.

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Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): Daily able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.

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Carrying: Several times a week able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 50lbs.

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Lifting: Several times a week able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 50lbs.

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Pushing / Pulling: Daily able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.

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Sitting: Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.

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Squatting / Kneeling: Daily able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.

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Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.

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Travel: Rarely able to travel independently and at short notice.

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Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.

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Appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.

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PPE as specified for waste management.

Take your career to a new level and apply online now!

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company:
Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type:
US - Direct Hire

Experience Level:
Professional

Remote Type:
On-site

Job Family:
Facility Management and Real Estate

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Job Posting End Date: 02.27.2026

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