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Casella Waste Systems

Waste collection, recycling, and resource management.

Division Manager - Material Recovery Facility

Manufacturing & Production OperationsUpdated on Nov 5
Full-timeHalfmoon, NY, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
  • At least 3 years of responsible leadership experience in management or supervisory roles is required.
  • 3–5 years of experience in an operational environment is required.
  • Legal eligibility to work in the United States is required.
  • A valid driver's license and ability to travel quarterly are required.
  • A solid understanding of the recycling industry and knowledge of a safe work environment are required.
  • Strong knowledge of planning, processing, and manufacturing is required.
  • Ability to select and develop a team, interpersonal skills, relationship building, and employee coaching and development are required.
  • Knowledge of basic economics, budgeting, and accounting principles and practices is required.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor the physical and cultural safety environment, document deficiencies, and commit to corrective actions.
  • Investigate accidents and injuries to help manage active workers' compensation claims, OSHA citations and abatement, and DOT investigations as necessary.
  • Manage cleanliness and all aspects of housekeeping to ensure the facility meets established expectations.
  • Establish an internal quality control team or system to analyze inbound, outbound, and moisture aspects of material mix, provide meaningful customer feedback, and maintain appropriate quality standards.
  • Communicate results to designated customers, perform regular customer inbound audits, and assist customers with corrective actions as needed.
  • Oversee finished product audits to ensure the company meets acceptable mill specifications for each commodity.
  • Oversee daily moisture testing of the News, Mix Paper, and OCC grades, document and share results with the Commodity Marketing Team, and take corrective action as necessary.
  • Establish variable costs and budgetary guidelines, set expectations to meet objectives, and analyze operations and activities.
  • Continuously improve the preventative maintenance program to ensure maintenance is completed to established standards and used to run a safe and efficient maintenance program.
  • Manage and lead team members by communicating effectively, establishing clear goals and objectives, coaching team members, and ensuring access to training and development opportunities that build the skills needed to achieve employee and corporate results.
  • Participate in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services, and perform other duties needed to support the company's vision, mission, and core values.
  • Ensure compliance with company, state, and federal policies, regulations, and laws regarding employment and employee safety.

Desired Qualifications

  • Safety training certifications are preferred.
  • Process improvement certifications are preferred.
  • Specialized training in managing human resources is preferred.

About the Company

Casella Waste Systems

Waste collection, recycling, and resource management.

Casella Waste Systems provides waste management and recycling services across the Eastern United States. It collects waste from residential, commercial, and industrial customers and processes it through recycling and resource-management operations to recover materials and energy from waste streams. The company integrates collection, processing, and recovery facilities to turn discarded materials into usable resources, supporting sustainable waste practices and local communities. Its approach centers on managing environmental resources and delivering value by reducing waste, increasing recycling, and providing dependable services. Casella’s goal is to help communities manage waste more efficiently, lower environmental impact, and promote long-term sustainability.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Rutland City, Vermont
Founded
1975

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