Are you a hands-on leader with a passion for environmental stewardship? Local site is  seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to oversee the safe and effective operation of our Material Recovery Facility.

In this role, you will be the heartbeat of the site—balancing day-to-day production planning with long-term financial and personnel goals. You will not just sit behind a desk; you are a leader who "rolls up their sleeves," whether that means mentoring a new hire, giving a tour to local officials, or pitching in on the facility floor to ensure we meet high standards for safety and cleanliness.

Core Responsibilities

• Employee Training & Team Management (50%): Lead the full employee lifecycle, including hiring, training, and performance management. You will identify growth opportunities for team members, delegate tasks to build skills, and ensure every employee is trained in safety and recycling best practices.

• Site Productivity (25%): Partner with corporate leadership to meet daily and weekly production quotas. You will oversee sortation techniques and quality control, ensuring the facility operates at peak efficiency.

• Facility Upkeep & Compliance (15%): Ensure the site is a safe, inviting, and compliant workplace. You will maintain all environmental, financial, and safety reporting, ensuring we exceed industry expectations.

• Sales & Marketing Support (10%): Act as a site ambassador. This includes hosting facility tours for municipalities, building relationships with commodity buyers, and resolving customer requests with a helpful attitude.

What You Will Do (Expectations)

Once fully trained, you will be expected to:

• Drive Accountability: Provide clear direction to the team, supporting success and correcting course when expectations are not met.

• Optimize Resources: Plan and run day-to-day operations by effectively allocating personnel and equipment to exceed customer expectations.

• Lead Safety Culture: Conduct daily morning meetings and safety trainings; manage all incident reporting and safety program implementation.

• Collaborate Upward & Outward: Work closely with the Regional Manager on budgeting and provide oversight to the maintenance team to ensure equipment longevity.

• Problem Solve: Address employee grievances and operational bottlenecks with urgency and a focus on positive resolution.

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of management experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment.   Forklift certification is preferred. 

• Education: High school diploma required, additional coursework is preferred.    

• Technical Savvy: Excellent working knowledge of MS Office; experience with inventory or CRM database systems.

• Leadership: Strong decision-making skills and the ability to communicate effectively with both frontline staff and corporate executives.

• Safety First: High level of safety knowledge; Forklift certification is preferred.

• Physical Ability: Must be able to lift 50 pounds and remain active on the facility floor.

• Mindset: A "roll-up-your-sleeves" attitude, a friendly demeanor, and a genuine interest in recycling and sustainability.