Operations Manager - Landfill

Casella Waste Systems, Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager - Landfill in Kane, IL. The role involves managing landfill operations, optimizing resource utilization, ensuring safety compliance, and training staff. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of environmental regulations. The position offers various benefits, including medical and dental insurance, and is full-time.
Position Summary

The Landfill Operations Manager is responsible for managing landfill processes as well as collaborating with the Division Manager, Market Area Manager, and other managers in the business unit to execute division strategy for the production of marketable commodities and implement tactical initiatives to drive functional excellence and budget information.

Key Responsibilities
• Performs ongoing analysis regarding operations to maximize utilization of company resources and assets and operate to maximum capacity.
• Minimizes operational costs while maximizing productivity and maintaining safety and environmental compliance.
• Continually works to reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of site.
• Oversees all matters related to the landfill operations to ensure proper safety precautions are being implemented as well as accident prevention programs.
• Introduces new processes that contribute to the growth and durability of the operations of the business unit to drive change among management initiatives.
• Coordinates operational activities with associated departments to maximize customer satisfaction and proper equipment use.
• Establishes and maintains a high level of professionalism in the area of facility management to encourage appropriate work behavior and processes.
• Trains and coordinates training for Laborers, Equipment Operators, and Technicians.
• Complies with all applicable Federal, State and company Environmental and Risk Management Policies and procedures.
• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company and its products and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree, or a High School Diploma or GED and 5 years relevant work experience, and also be legally eligible to work in the US. A demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment, 5 years experience of heavy equipment operation along with 3 years of leadership experience is required. It is preferred to have experience or interest in the environmental and/or sustainability field.

Outstanding relationship management skills, excellent listening, communication, and problem - solving skills and familiarity with OSHA, DEP and DEC regulations are required.

Attributes

Responsible, confident, and team-oriented individual who is committed to safety devoted to developing others and is results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.