Operations Manager

The Operations Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of a transfer station or material recovery facility, focusing on environmental safety and operational excellence. It requires a driven, problem-solving individual who is hardworking and willing to travel throughout Connecticut.

Compensation: $104,000

Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accident and Critical Illness insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401 (k) and Roth

• 401 (K), Roth, and Profit Sharing/Match Plans.
• Competitive Salaries.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• FSA Eligibility.
• Telehealth and Mental Health support.
• Life insurance options include a 100% employer-funded option.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Training and development opportunities with a growing, family-owned company.

• Ensures smoother operation of the facilities: ongoing construction, permitting, and operations.
• Minimizes operational costs while maximizing productivity and maintaining safety and environmental compliance.
• Continually works to reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of the site.
• Accurately tasks waste volume and weight.
• Acts as liaison as necessary for community relationships.
• Actively monitors ongoing permitting issues.
• Complies with and ensures adherence to safety standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
• Meets all financial review dates and corporate-directed programs in a timely fashion.
• Oversees personnel of the department, including selecting, coaching, and training employees, and evaluating employee performance.
• Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
• Assists in the budget process as required.
• Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property of the facilities through inspections and a preventative maintenance program with supervisors/employees.
• Conducts, contributes, and/or attends periodic safety meetings to maintain favorable working relationships with employees and promote maximum morale, productivity, and efficiency.
• Provides training and presentations as needed in a position and professional manner.
• Takes an active role in the improvement of safety and health in the workplace
• Updates and submits revised reports promptly.
• Maintains reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Adapts to changing duties, as required, based on business needs.

• Direct supervision of full-time employees at multiple sites, including transfer stations or materials recovery facilities.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.

• Knowledge of heavy equipment.
• Collaborative leader who is process- and results-oriented.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Demonstrated computer skills: PC Scale, Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated effective communication (verbal and written) skills.

• High School diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• 4-6 years of experience in waste recycling or an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• 1-3 years of supervisory experience.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is highly preferred.
• Driver's license.
• Hands-on…