Landfill Operations Manager

Matter Management Enterprises, LLC; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability

401(k)

Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days

Job summary

Matter Management Enterprises, LLC is seeking an experienced Landfill Manager in LaGrange, Georgia. This role involves overseeing daily operations while ensuring safety and environmental compliance. The successful candidate will drive efficiency and manage departmental budgets.

Key requirements include 5+ years of landfill management experience and leadership skills. Benefits include medical coverage, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of landfill management experience preferred.
• Experience operating heavy equipment is required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily landfill operations ensuring safety and compliance.
• Drive efficiency through optimized site productivity.
• Manage budgets and prepare operational reports.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Heavy equipment

Job description

Job Summary

Amwaste is seeking an experienced Landfill Manager to oversee daily landfill operations while ensuring the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance and operational efficiency. This role is responsible for managing people, processes, and resources to deliver safe, compliant, and cost‑effective performance.

Responsibilities

• Direct day‑to‑day landfill operations, including construction, permitting, leachate, and gas management.
• Drive efficiency by reducing truck turnaround times and optimizing site productivity.
• Ensure full compliance with Amwaste safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Monitor and report waste volume, weight, and operational metrics.
• Build and maintain strong community and regulatory relationships.
• Lead and develop landfill staff through training, coaching, and performance management.
• Manage departmental budgets and meet financial review deadlines.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and inspections to ensure site cleanliness and equipment reliability.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and training sessions to promote a strong safety culture.
• Prepare and submit reports in a timely and accurate manner.

Benefits

At Amwaste, we offer a competitive total rewards package, which may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company‑paid life insurance and short‑term disability
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal days

Requirements

• Landfill management experience preferred (5+ years).
• Must have experience operating heavy equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• This position requires the ability to work in outdoor environments with exposure to varying weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.