Operations Manager Accelerated Trainee - Northwest Area

Republic Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dynamic individuals for its Operations Manager Accelerated Trainee program. This full-time, 18-month development initiative offers hands-on training across various operational functions, preparing participants for future leadership roles. Trainees will engage in rotations, develop essential skills, and gain exposure to senior leadership while contributing to impactful community and environmental initiatives. Join a dedicated team and accelerate your career in a stable and rewarding environment, where your contributions will help build a more sustainable world.

Benefits

Clear career growth pathways

Competitive wages and benefits

Opportunity for community impact

Continuous mentorship and support

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead large teams and manage change initiatives.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills with a process-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training and collaborate with managers to direct work.
• Lead safety efforts and manage staff recruitment and training.
• Implement plans to enhance customer experience and profitability.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Creative thinking

Team collaboration

Job description

Operations Manager Accelerated Trainee - Northwest Area

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POSITION SUMMARY: The Operations Manager Accelerated Program (OMAP) is a full-time, 18-month development program providing on-the-job training and formal learning through structured tasks designed to expose participants to various operations within the company. During the program, trainees will learn business fundamentals, develop leadership skills in a fast-paced environment, and build relationships with executives, managers, employees, and customers. The program aims to prepare participants for a future role as an Operations Manager, fostering skills that support building a more sustainable world. Join a team of dedicated professionals and accelerate your career in a stable industry.

Program Benefits

• Upon successful completion, trainees will be positioned for an Operations Manager role.
• Clear career growth pathways.
• Competitive wages and benefits.
• Opportunity to make a positive community and environmental impact.

The Training Experience

• Rotations across sales, finance, post-collection, maintenance, and operations.
• Develop and lead large teams.
• Manage growing infrastructure.
• High visibility to senior leadership.
• Continuous mentorship and support.
• Opportunities to transfer or gain experience in various locations across the U.S.

Principal Responsibilities

• Participate in training, guest speakers, projects, and presentations.
• Work in different functions to learn the business, including operations, finance, sales, maintenance, and post-collections.
• Adhere to program guidelines and participate in evaluations.
• Collaborate with managers to plan and direct organizational work.
• Lead safety and compliance efforts, ensuring standards are met.
• Manage staff recruitment, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Utilize company systems to analyze sales, profit, and inventory data.
• Implement plans aligned with strategic and operational goals to enhance customer experience, growth, and profitability.
• Develop and maintain relationships with government, community, and environmental groups.
• Demonstrate leadership consistent with the 'Republic Way.'

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead large teams.
• Process-driven with results-oriented mindset.
• Experience in leading change initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Creative thinking and ethical behavior.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Knowledge of business finance, controls, and metrics.

Minimum Requirements

• At least two years of supervisory or management experience.
• Willingness to relocate.

This posting is for our external OMAP program. Internal applicants should contact HR for internal processes.