Interstate Waste Services

Manager of Site Operations (MRF)

$130,000.00/YrFull-time · Newark, NJ
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Senior · 7+ yrs exp

Requirements

Education: High school

Experience: 7+ years

Skills & tools

ManagementOperationsTeam LeadershipP And LFinancial AnalysisMaintenanceProcess ImprovementEhs
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Job Summary: The Manager of Site Operations MRF supports the Director by managing the day-to-day operations of a Materials Recovery Facility, ensuring efficient processing of recyclable materials while maintaining safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.

This role requires strong leadership skills to manage diverse teams and complex sorting operations in a fast-paced industrial environment. Essential Job Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Other minor duties may be assigned. Oversee daily MRF operations including material intake, sorting, processing, and outbound shipments Responsible for executing action plans developed by operations leadership to deliver both short-term and long-term site performance results Participate in regular P&L reviews to ensure that production targets and budgets are met; develops and implements processes for optimal equipment utilization, equipment maintenance and labor and material costs Lead continuous improvement projects to increase efficiency and productivity Collaborate with the maintenance department on maintenance schedules to ensure the site is running at optimum performance Responsible to ensure all necessary precautions to ensure safety and compliance with Company OSHA, and other standards and regulations Oversees personnel needs of the department to include but not limited to managing staff levels (scheduling and overtime allocation), coaching, disciplining, training, and evaluating employee performance Works with functional groups to resolve employee relations and labor relations issues Must be able to work a changing shift schedule to oversee all facets of the operations when they are occurring.

Episodic overnight and weekend shifts are necessary. Coordinate with transportation teams for inbound and outbound material flows Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence Manage facility permits, inspections, and regulatory reporting requirements Foster a positive work environment focused on safety and productivity Requirements and

Qualifications: Minimum of 7-10 years of work experience in transportation, logistics, or solid waste operations.

Previous experience overseeing a MRF preferred. Associate's degree (accredited) or in lieu of degree, high school diploma or GED (accredited) and 3 years of relevant work experience Bilingual Spanish preferred Experience in a unionized environment with demonstrated ability to effectively handle employee grievances and conduct investigations Proven leadership skills in coaching and leading employees Experience overseeing business plans, developing and tracking budgets Demonstrated ability to use a data-driven analytical approach to decision making Leadership capabilities working across a matrix organization Experience implementing safety (OSHA) programs and equipment specifications Proven ability to work efficiently with minimal direct supervision Demonstrated ability to motivate others to achieve results Proven experience meeting business commitments, driving change and implementing process improvements Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines Proficient with Microsoft Office suite or related software Must be able to work outdoors in all kinds of weather Proven experience in managing labor relations in a unionized environment Excellent computer skills with the ability to handle multiple programs and systems Additional Information This job description is intended to be an accurate representation of the general functions of the job, rather than exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or experience.

Other duties may be assigned, requested, or required. Aspects of the job may be altered without notice. Interstate Waste Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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