Operations Manager

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Mission:

As Operations Manager at the landfill, you are accountable for all operations "inside the fence"—from day-to-day equipment, scale operations, and environmental compliance to team leadership and site safety. This is more than a supervisory role; it is a hands-on leadership position at the heart of a critical site, responsible for shaping both operational results and team culture. Your purpose: Build a team that works as one, elevates safety, and continuously improves site performance for the community and environment.

Why this role exists:

The company is committed to operating its Stanley landfill as a model of environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and team unity. The Operations Manager leads this mission, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations—and most importantly, fostering a culture where every team member is valued and equipped to succeed.

Performance Objectives (What Success Looks Like):

1. Drive Operational Excellence: Analyze, plan, and oversee landfill activities—reducing turnaround times, maximizing asset utilization, and introducing new processes for efficiency and compliance.
   

2. Lead with Safety and Integrity: Establish, implement, and enforce safety protocols. Actively work to improve the site's safety record and instill a culture of accountability and prevention.
   

3. Build and Mentor a Cohesive Team: Train, coach, and develop a multigenerational workforce—including operators, mechanics, and scale staff. Lead by example, supporting team members across roles and backgrounds.
   

4. Champion Compliance: Ensure all operations meet or exceed Federal, State, and company standards (OSHA, DEP, DEC). Maintain rigorous environmental and risk management practices.
   

5. Foster Community and Belonging: Where managers step in alongside their teams, everyone is responsible for results, and shared success is the norm.
   

6. Solve for Today, Build for Tomorrow: Tackle current compliance and operational challenges while setting the site up for long-term improvement in safety, morale, and productivity.
   

Key Fit Traits:

• Confident, team-first leader—can engage, coach, and unify a diverse workforce from early career to late-career operators.
  

• Hands-on problem solver—not afraid to jump in, operate equipment, or address issues directly alongside the team.
  

• Committed to safety, accountability, and operational transparency.
  

• Proven ability to lead change, reduce costs, and elevate standards.
  

• Clear communicator and relationship builder—comfortable with frontline staff and senior management alike.
  

• Purpose-driven—sees the bigger mission of environmental stewardship and community impact.
  

Ready to step into a leadership role that makes a visible difference — on your team, in your community, and for the environment?

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Requirements

• Must have served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Space Force, U.S. Reserves, or U.S. National Guard.
  

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; minimum High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years relevant experience required.
  

• 5+ years of heavy equipment operation.
  

• 3+ years of leadership experience (team lead, supervisor, or above).
  

• Eligibility to work in the US.
  

• Strong knowledge of safety, environmental, and risk compliance (OSHA, DEP, DEC).
  

• Relationship management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  

• Preferred: experience in environmental/sustainability operations or interest in developing in this field.
  

Benefits

In addition to the $95,000 - $110,000 annual salary, employees can take advantage of:

• Eligible for comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, 401K, Stock Purchase, Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance, Wellness Incentives, Employee Assistance, and more.
  

• Relocation/Housing: For non-local hires, on-site housing is available —a fully livable 3–4 bedroom house just a quarter mile from the landfill, offered as part of Casella’s commitment to family and community.
  

• Strong, visible leadership support: “Leaders step in, whether it’s picking litter, running equipment, or turning wrenches. Teamwork isn’t optional—it’s who we are.”