Manager, Operations & Compliance

Description

TerraCycle Overview 

TerraCycle is an international leader in innovative sustainability solutions, creating and operating first-of-their-kind platforms in recycling, recycled materials, and reuse.  

Operating in 20 countries, including 12 in Europe, TerraCycle works with manufacturers, retailers and end users to implement turnkey recycling programs through a range of public-facing services for hundreds of everyday waste streams that other waste management companies are unable to recycle.

In 2019, TerraCycle introduced Loop - a platform that allows brands, retailers and consumers to move from a disposable to durable supply chain, enabling consumers to responsibly shop for a wide variety of commonly used products in reusable packaging. Since its debut, Loop has developed into the leading global reuse platform and is available in France, the United States and Japan.

TerraCycle and Loop have received hundreds of awards and recognitions and have been highlighted in some of the world's most recognized media outlets, including CNN, Wall St. Journal, Reuters.com, New York Times, Forbes, Time, and thousands of others.

Job Overview

The Operations & Compliance Manager of TerraCycle’s Fall River, MA location will support the implementation of the daily production of all LOB’s, systems, data management, and will ensure quality control/program compliance. With heavy coordination with the VP of Operations and the Recycling Ops team in New Jersey, this position is responsible for the planning and execution of new business setup/launches.

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with tactical operations and the Global/NA Ops teams to ensure a strong coordination and communications between teams to ensure smooth program launches / waste handling.
• Daily production planning based on information received from Global/NA Ops – High volume recycling program, new program launches, timing, staffing, etc.
• Responsible for providing training and direction to the Production Manager and team for efficient floor operations
• Strong ability to problem solve and provide solutions to the VP of Operations
• Waste Data Management for all LOB’s (ZWB, Envelope program, Waste-In, etc.)
• Responsible for ensuring waste program compliance
• Responsible for Facility and Waste Transporter permit renewals and annual audit certifications (R2V3, Downstream vendor audits, etc.)
• Safety program implementation and OSHA reporting, monthly waste manifest reporting
• Communicate in a clear and concise way with multiple stakeholders via email and phone, noting that there will be multiple projects/programs running at the same time

Requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Degree in a quantitative discipline, or equivalent experience
• 3 years relevant experience in project management, waste management, sustainability or operations.
• Proficient in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Capable to understand local, regional, and national environmental legal requirements (i.e.: regulations, codes, standards, directives, and administrative policies)
• Exceptional project management skills including the ability to understand and distill project objectives, lead collaboration of all stakeholders, manage tasks and timelines
• Strong interpersonal skills including oral and written communication, collaboration, clarity, and presentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to ideate and implement solutions with a wide range of stakeholders.

Compensation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D insurance available after 30 days 
• 401(k) plan with company match available after 30 days 
• Employee Assistance Program
• 22 PTO 2 VTO 9 paid holidays per year 
• Hybrid work schedule 
• Year-round Flex Fridays
• Catered vegetarian lunch available in the office M-F 
• Casual dress office environment

TerraCycle requires all employees to provide proof that they have been fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, or have a valid religious or medical reason for being exempt.

TerraCycle is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to  Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. 

Note: International candidates must be eligible to work in their country of employment.  At this time TerraCycle does not provide for visa sponsorships.

Job description is not all inclusive. TerraCycle reserves the right to amend this job description at any time.