Operations Manager

GROW WITH US

As the largest 100% employee-owned company in the resource recovery industry, Recology has a unique workplace culture that guides how we support employees, interact with our customers, service our communities, and care for our environment.

We are a seasoned team of trusted advisors and partners to our Company clients. We are a diverse group with a shared commitment to excellence and providing high caliber service. We are a collaborative and supportive team and looking for a motivated self-starter to join us!

We encourage Recology employees to G.R.O.W. with Us professionally and personally by:

• Giving Back to our communities.
• Recovering Resources to achieve their best and highest use.
• Owning a company that provides quality service and protects the environment.
• Working Together to achieve our common vision, a world without waste.

You can G.R.O.W. with Us by becoming Operations Manager

ROLE

Oversees the operations department including day-to-day supervision of Operations Managers and the operations services function. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF OPERATIONS MANAGER

• Manages operations of site consistent with established operating plans.
• Makes certain employee’s assignments are allocated for efficient and effective operations. Monitors work to ensure safe, efficient, effective and compliant operations. 
• Ensures all employees are properly trained and licensed (if applicable) to operate and/or maintain all equipment.
• Ensures policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreement (as applicable) are followed.
• Identifies all potential rule infractions and implements corrective actions and/or processes to avoid future infractions.
• Maintains and generates records of operations and submits reports as directed. Generates and analyzes operational reports and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Investigates and resolves customer inquiries and complaints not resolved by subordinates. Adjusts rate and billing disputes as necessary.
• Prepares or assists in preparing budgets and plans for equipment and staffing.
• May work directly with government/city staff on behalf of the company.
• Represents the company in community activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualifications listed are typical of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of successful employees within this classification.

• Management experience in an industrial, construction, manufacturing, recycling/waste management environment or related industry.
• Supervisory techniques, resource allocation, planning and budgeting.
• Principles of personnel training, supervision, motivation, and evaluation.
• Supervising staff resource allocation, planning and budgeting.
• Detailed and varied procedures common to the industry.
• Technical knowledge of company services and processing equipment.
• Computer application proficiency, including Microsoft Office suite of applications and using data to inform and set priorities and identify challenges/opportunities.
• Possession of a high school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Valid Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License required upon hire or within six months of hire.

Skill and/or Ability to:

• Promotes the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources as well as finding ways to use waste products in ways that benefit the environment.
• Develops strategies to effectively manage current and future challenges and opportunities; develops recommendations and actionable plans.
• Defines issues and focus on achieving workable solutions; generates innovative ideas to develop or improve existing systems.
• Demonstrates ability to use computers and technology capabilities.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency and knowledge in area(s) of expertise as well as company business and proficiency in strategic and financial processes.
• Communicates well both verbally and in writing; listens to and understands various viewpoints; shares relevant information timely; provides constructive feedback; maintains professionalism.
• Presents ideas effectively to individuals or groups and delivers presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence.
• Promotes collaboration and assists others with their initiatives and efforts.
• Motivates and empowers others to achieve objectives and to develop a culture where employees feel ownership in what they do.
• Attracts, develops and retains good people; allows opportunities for self and others to reach their full potential; builds and shares knowledge and expertise.
• Listens to and builds customer relationships; increases customer satisfaction and ensures commitments are met.

RECOLOGY OFFERS:

• An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
• The largest employee owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
• A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
• An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R’s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
• Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.

RECOLOGY BENEFITS MAY INCLUDE:

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement plans (Employee Stock Ownership Plan, 401(k) with match).
• Annual wellness incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Educational assistance.
• Commuting benefits.
• Employee referral program.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job; and pursuant to applicable law, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal records. It is important that you provide accurate information on the job application, inaccurate information may cause delays in the processing of your application and/or may disqualify you as a candidate.

Recology is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse work environment where employees are valued, heard, and provided development opportunities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by law.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort, work conditions, and benefits associated with the job.