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.

• Drive Operational Excellence: Analyze, plan, and oversee landfill activities—reducing turnaround times, maximizing asset utilization, and introducing new processes for efficiency and compliance.
• 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.
• 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.
• Champion Compliance: Ensure all operations meet or exceed Federal, State, and company standards (OSHA, DEP, DEC). Maintain rigorous environmental and risk management practices.
• Foster Community and Belonging: Where managers step in alongside their teams, everyone is responsible for results, and shared success is the norm.
• 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? Apply today, or reach out to learn more about how your leadership can shape the future.

• 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.

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.”