Operations Manager

GFL Environmental Inc.; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to lead branch operations in Michigan. You will recruit, train and supervise staff, ensure safety and DOT compliance, and drive efficiency while maintaining a professional image.

The role involves performance reviews, budget monitoring, and optimizing routes and productivity. Travel may be required and demographic knowledge of local regulations is advantageous.

Qualifications

• BA or BS Degree desired or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years experience in waste industry desired.
• Must meet safety-sensitive criteria according to Company standards.
• May require Commercial Driver’s License.
• Proven leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train personnel to ensure safe, professional service.
• Establish and maintain appearance standards across operations.
• Ensure DOT compliance and complete driver paperwork.
• Conduct annual performance reviews and approve compensation changes.
• Develop and monitor branch profit plan and cost controls.
• Schedule safety meetings and promote a strong safety culture.
• Recruit, interview, hire and discipline staff.
• Oversee route audits and data entry into Tower.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

The Operations Manager will select, supervise and train employees in their respective position to ensure safe, professional and efficient service in branch with over 30 million in revenue. This individual will provide leadership which results in positive employee/employer relations and a professional corporate image.

Key Responsibilities:

Personnel

• Ensure fair treatment of all personnel.
• Establish and maintain high appearance standards throughout all operations.
• Practice progressive discipline with all employee performance issues.
• Ensure proper completion of paperwork for drivers including truck reports, driver logs and vehicle inspections daily.
• Conduct an annual review on each employee’s job performance evaluation and approve any changes to an employee’s compensation.
• Adhere to all wage and hour guidelines.

Operations

• Establish priorities to meet customer service commitments.
• Direct collection and disposal services to best utilize personnel and equipment.
• Establish and review productivity standards at each phase of the operation.
• Protect and preserve all assets.
• Ensure all drivers are DOT compliant.
• Be familiar with and ensure compliance with all DOT regulations.
• Enter appropriate product line data into Tower on a daily basis as needed.
• Assist in the completion of scheduled route audits.

Financial

• Assist in development and execution of an operation profit plan that includes:
• Revenue retention & growth
• Cost of operations
• Growth objectives
• Productivity standards
• Capital Requirements:
• Personnel needed
• Ensure Branch profit margins are met

Safety

• Promote an effective safety program that seeks to prevent accidents, avoid injuries and recognize safe employees.
• Investigate accidents and prepare necessary paperwork.
• Ensure route observations are completed on a routine basis.
• Schedule, plan, and conduct safety meetings (monthly).

Additional Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, hire, train and discipline all product line personnel.
• Ensure all employees are dressed in the proper uniform provided by GFL Environmental.
• Conform in all respects with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:

• BA or BS Degree desired or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years experience in waste industry desired.
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
• May require Commercial Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven leadership and communication skills.

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear and climb.
• Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

• Work in office environment 80% of the time.
• Noise level is usually moderate.
• Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions occasionally
• Some travel required.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [e-mail]

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.