Location Manager

Vaulted is a waste management company that removes carbon. We take organic waste that can pollute our environment above ground and safely inject it ultra deep underground—permanently removing carbon from the atmosphere while protecting local land, air, and water. Vaulted is based in Houston, San Francisco, and Kansas. With a growing team of 70+ people across the country, Vaulted signed the second largest carbon removal offtake ever with Microsoft in July 2025 and is rapidly expanding to new sites. Vaulted's proprietary technology builds on decades of expertise to deliver safe, durable carbon and waste management solutions now, at scale. About the Role The Location Manager is responsible for leading all operational activities at the Hutchinson facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations. This role oversees daily facility performance, manages on-site staff and contractors, and coordinates operations, maintenance, logistics, and corporate teams to support reliable emplacement and waste processing operations. The Location Manager plays a critical role in maintaining a strong safety culture, optimizing operational performance, and ensuring the facility operates in compliance with all regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities Safety, Compliance, and Quality Maintain a strong safety-first culture and ensure strict compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards Lead safety training, inspections, and incident prevention initiatives Ensure all facility operations comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, KDHE, DOT and related agencies) Lead internal audits, site inspections, and compliance reviews to maintain operational and environmental standards Facility Operations Plan & oversee all day-to-day facility operations including emplacement, logistics coordination, maintenance activities, and operational planning Ensure reliable and efficient facility performance through effective management of staff, equipment, and processes Monitor operational KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and productivity Develop contingency and risk management plans to maintain operational resilience Team Leadership and Workforce Management Recruit, train, and manage facility personnel across operations and maintenance teams Develop staffing plans and shift schedules to support multi-shift or continuous operations Conduct performance evaluations and support employee development and training Foster a positive, high-performance culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and safety Maintenance and Asset Reliability Oversee preventative maintenance programs and ensure equipment and facility infrastructure are properly maintained Coordinate maintenance planning to minimize operational disruptions and downtime Manage maintenance contractors and service providers as needed Supply Chain and Procurement Coordination Maintain adequate inventory of critical parts, tools, and equipment required to sustain reliable facility operations Coordinate with supply chain and procurement teams to forecast equipment and material needs Review and approve local purchasing requests to ensure timely acquisition of operational materials while maintaining cost control Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with engineering, HSE, logistics, finance, and leadership teams to align site operations with company objectives Serve as the primary operational contact for corporate teams, vendors, and local authorities Communicate operational performance, risks, and improvement initiatives to senior leadership Work Environment Based at the Hutchinson, Kansas facility Work involves outdoor activities around heavy equipment, pipelines, and emplacement systems Daily coordination with operations, maintenance, logistics, supply chain, and HSE teams Strict adherence to all PPE and site safety standards is required Schedule and Reporting Full-time, Monday-Friday, with occasional off-hours support during maintenance windows or operational events Reports to the Operations Director and collaborates closely with the Engineering Team and Office Manager Location Hutchinson, Kansas (onsite-based position) Occasional travel (up to 15%) to partner sites or regional meetings may be required What You Will Bring To succeed in this role, and to help Vaulted succeed in our mission, the Location Manager must bring strong operational leadership, technical awareness, and a deep commitment to safety and operational excellence. Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, chemical, petroleum, environmental, industrial or related discipline) or equivalent technical operations experience 15+ years of experience in industrial operations, energy, environmental services, manufacturing, or similar operational environments Demonstrated experience managing facility operations and leading multidisciplinary teams Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance Experience managing equipment reliability, maintenance planning, and operational uptime Experience implementing operational KPIs and driving continuous improvement initiatives Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies and maintaining operational compliance Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to operate effectively in a fast-growing company environment where systems and processes are evolving Preferred Qualifications Experience in oil and gas, injection wells, subsurface operations, waste management, or fluid handling systems Experience launching or scaling new facilities or operational sites Familiarity with Class I injection wells or regulated environmental operations Opportunity This is a unique opportunity to lead operations at a facility that is central to Vaulted Deep's mission of delivering durable, scalable carbon removal. The Location Manager will play a key role in ensuring safe and reliable operations while helping scale a new category of climate infrastructure.