Operations Site Manager Transfer Operations
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Management
General Management -
Transportation
Overview
Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the greater New York, New Jersey and Connecticut markets with a rail-served landfill in Ohio! IWS is committed to delivering high-quality waste, recycling and environmental services, while prioritizing the safety of our employees, customers and communities. We cater to a diverse range of industrial, medical and commercial/residential customers.
Founded in 1998, IWS has grown over the years through acquisitions, many of which were family-owned businesses that remain a part of our team today. We’re proud to combine the resources of a large company with the values and care of a family-run business.
EssentialJob Summary:
The Operations Site Manager manages the assigned scope of responsibility within a line of business and/or at specific site within a market. May be assigned single or multiple depots, building facilities, expense management, operations staff to maintain and ensure safe performance and productivity metrics and processes.
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.
- Ensures smooth operation of transfer station regarding unloading, loading, weighing, and sorting.
- Reviews and evaluates work to ensure quality, timeliness and ensures quality control in adherence to policies and procedures.
- Report to and communicate with Director of Post Collection, on opportunities to distinguish trends and recognize problems and implement plan of action.
- Manages the day-to-day operations of the transfer station and rail yard(s), and provides daily support to Operations manager(s), supervisors in transfer station, scale operators, operations, and laborers.
- Develop and implement operational procedures to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.
- Coordinates the loading of trailers and the unloading of materials.
- Executes necessary precautions to ensure safety and compliance with Company, OSHA, and other standards and regulations.
- Ensures thorough root cause investigations for all injuries and incidents, following up with consistent discipline and retraining and that management.
- Oversees personnel needs of the depot including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions adhering to CBA where applicable.
- Participates in regular P&L reviews to ensure that budgets are met; develops and implements programs for optimal equipment utilization, equipment maintenance, and labor and material costs.
- Responsible for conducting monthly safety meetings/ training sessions.
- Promote a “safety before schedule” mindset throughout operation.
- Performs site inspections and addresses facility issues timely.
- Interacts with local city, municipal, and county agencies to ensure customer satisfaction, improve efficiency, renew contracts and negotiate new contracts; establishes IWS as a good corporate citizen and valued resource.
Qualifications:
- 7 – 10 years of work experience (in addition to education requirement) in solid waste operations leading employees
- Associate’s degree (accredited) or in lieu of degree, high school diploma or GED (accredited) and 5 years of relevant work experience
- 3 + years of supervisory experience
- Effectively handle employee grievances and conduct investigations
- Prior experience in environmental services a plus
- Experience with transfer stations and heavy equipment operations.
- Experience overseeing business plans, developing and tracking budgets
- Demonstrated ability to use a data-driven 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…
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