Head of Hazardous Waste Operations

Sharps Compliance, Inc.; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharps Medical Waste Services in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Director, Hazardous Waste Operations to lead national programs across healthcare facilities and hospital systems. You will drive scalable operating models, build high-performing teams, and ensure regulatory compliance while expanding hazardous waste services.

The role emphasizes safety, profitability, and cross-functional collaboration with EH&S, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Finance to support growth and operational

Qualifications

• Direct hands-on experience with RCRA and DOT regulated hazardous waste.
• 10+ years in operations leadership with 5+ years in hazardous waste operations.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead hazardous waste operations across multiple markets and programs.
• Develop scalable national operating models and SOPs.
• Drive safety, efficiency, and profitability across routes.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with EPA, RCRA and DOT.

Skills

Hazardous waste ops

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Budgeting

Cross-functional leadership

Travel 50%

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ERP systems

DOT guidance

Job description

Sharps Medical Waste Services in Houston, TX seeks an experienced Director, Hazardous Waste Operations to lead national programs across healthcare facilities and hospital systems. You will drive scalable operating models, build high-performing teams, and ensure regulatory compliance while expanding hazardous waste services.

The role emphasizes safety, profitability, and cross-functional collaboration with EH&S, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Finance to support growth and operational