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Landfill Operations Manager

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I. Job Summary
Ensures the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operations of the landfill.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

Ensures smooth operation of landfill: ongoing construction, permitting, leachate/gas management.

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.

Accurately tracks waste volume and weight.

Acts as a liaison, where necessary, for community relationships.

Actively monitors ongoing permitting issues.

Complies with and ensures adherence to Waste Management's Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.

Meets all financial review dates and corporate directed programs in a timely fashion.

Oversees personnel needs of the department including selecting, coaching, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.

Assists in the budget process as required.

Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property of the landfill through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with supervisors/employees.

Conducts and/or attends and contributes to periodic safety meetings to maintain favorable working relationships among employees and promote maximum morale, productivity, and efficiency.

Provides training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.

Updates and submits required reports in a timely manner.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities
The highest level of supervisory skills required in this job is the management of supervisory employees. This includes:

Direct supervision of six full-time employees, including: Heavy Equipment Operators and Scalehouse Attendant

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited), or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience.

Experience: 7 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

None required.

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

None required.

V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Normal setting for this job is: landfill.

The salary range for this position is $74,865- $109,761 annually. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay.

Employees will also receive discretionary time off, up to 80 hours of paid sick time per year and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additionally, the Company has a leave pay policy that provides for up to 4 weeks of paid leave in a rolling 12-month period for qualifying leaves.

Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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What You Should Know About Landfill Operations Manager, Waste Management

As the Landfill Operations Manager at Waste Management in Othello, WA, you'll take the helm of our landfill's daily operations, ensuring we're not just meeting but exceeding standards of environmental safety and operational excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment; you'll be right in the trenches managing construction, permitting, and leachate/gas management. Your mission? To minimize operational costs while maximizing productivity and keeping compliance with all safety regulations. You'll play a critical role in reducing turnaround times for trucks and tracking waste volume accurately. Plus, you’ll be the face of Waste Management, fostering strong community relationships and overseeing the compliance with our Mission to Zero standards. Collaboration is key—you're not just managing processes, but also leading a team of six full-time employees, providing guidance, coaching, and performance evaluations. Your input will shape critical decisions around hiring, training, and promotions. And don't worry, we believe in open communication; you'll regularly engage in safety meetings to keep morale high and productivity even higher. With a competitive salary and robust benefits package including medical, dental, and even a stock purchase plan, we're excited to find the right person to join our team. If you’re ready for this rewarding challenge and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply and become part of our mission!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Landfill Operations Manager Role at Waste Management

What are the primary responsibilities of a Landfill Operations Manager at Waste Management?

As a Landfill Operations Manager at Waste Management, primary responsibilities include managing day-to-day landfill operations, ensuring safety and environmental compliance, overseeing waste management processes, and supervising a team of employees. You will work on minimizing operational costs while maximizing productivity and effectively managing community relationships.