Division Manager
Casella Waste Systems, Inc. · Newfield, NY · 3 wk ago
On-siteBusiness Development$125k–$150k/yrFull-time
About the Role
The Division Manager oversees all matters related to collection and/or post-collections operations, represents the Company to customers, vendors, municipal customers, and other external stakeholders, and drives change management initiatives to introduce and sustain new processes that contribute to the growth and durability of the Business Unit. Hiring Range: $125,000-$150,000/annually.
Responsibilities
- Implements and executes plans to complement the market area's strategic operation.
- Oversees safety and accident prevention programs to ensure all reasonable actions are taken to prevent accidents and injuries; ensures a safe and productive work environment for all employees.
- Leads operations, establishes a pro-active safety culture, maintains compliance with all standards including operating, regulatory, safety, accounting, ethics, and especially environmental to ensure community impact is minimized.
- Manages day-to-day operations, provides daily support to managers, assures quality and budget performance, and ensures adequate staffing levels are maintained to maximize efficiencies and customer service.
- Oversees personnel needs of the department including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees and evaluating employee performance.
- Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.
- Monitors budget and operating metrics while diagnosing and improving processes, procedures, and performance by participating in regular P&L reviews to ensure budgets are met and develops programs for optimal equipment utilization, maintenance, and labor and material costs.
- Develops both short-term and long-term goals and action plans in conjunction with the Market Area Manager or Regional Vice President.
- Works closely with maintenance and operations to ensure the fleet and equipment are maintained in accordance with DOT regulations, OSHA, and company policy and procedures.
- Interacts with local, city, municipal, and county agencies to ensure customer satisfaction, improve efficiency, renew contracts, and negotiate new contracts.
- Manages and provides leadership to team members by effectively communicating, establishing clear goals and objectives, coaching team members on achieving goals, and ensuring access to training and development opportunities.
- Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales, and services.
- Ensures compliance with all company, state, and federal policies, regulations, and laws regarding employment and employee safety.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree in Business or Logistics preferred.
- Certification in Project Management preferred.
- Previous leadership experience required; 10 years of experience in business or logistics preferred.
- Knowledge of OSHA and DOT regulations is vital.
- Strong problem-solving skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office applications preferred.
Skills
- Self-directed and driven to take initiative.
- Organized and team-oriented.
- Dependable with strong leadership skills.
- Ability to prioritize and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
- Maternity & Parental Leave
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Discounted Stock Program
- 401K
- Employee Awards
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Wellness Incentive
- Tuition Assistance
- Career Pathways