Site Manager - Waste

Lakeshore Recycling Systems

Rockdale (IL)

On-site

USD 107,000 - 140,000

Full time

43 hours ago
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Job summary

Lakeshore Recycling Systems is seeking a Site Manager to lead safety, operations, sales, and customer service at one or more locations. You will drive performance, build talent, and ensure adherence to company standards and financial targets.

Responsibilities include setting clear goals, championing safety, managing P&L, coaching supervisors, and growing revenue through strong customer and community relationships.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or related work experience considered.
  • 2 years of operations experience, preferably in waste industry.
  • 2 years of experience managing teams.

Responsibilities

  • Set a clear vision and goals for the facility and team.
  • Champion safety programs and safe operating practices.
  • Build relationships with internal and external partners.
  • Identify challenges and drive performance improvements.
  • Manage full Profit & Loss for the location(s).
  • Coach supervisors and managers on budgets and variance management.
  • Drive revenue growth by partnering with sales and community groups.

Skills

Operational knowledge
Financial acumen
P&L experience
Leadership skills
Communication skills
Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

LRS is the industry leader in providing innovative and environmentally responsibly waste and recycling solutions. Our team delivers exceptional service and value through relentless commitment to customer satisfaction and preservation of the environment. Through our safe and innovative approach to waste diversion, LRS thrives on the passion and innovation of our employees to preserve and sustain the beauty of the towns, neighborhoods and communities that we serve.We are excited to hire candidates that align with our Vision and Values: To become the safest, most innovative waste recycler in the world by redefining the way the world views waste. Live Safety Serve With Passion Innovate Relentlessly Engage With Integrity Build Community Be Accountable

Job Description

Site Manager is responsible for leading and driving performance and results in the areas of safety, operations, sales, and customer service for one or more assigned locations. The Site Manager builds talent, addresses challenges, and implements standard processes.

Reports To: Area General Manager

Organizational Leadership

  • Set a clear vision and goals for the facility and team.
  • Champion LRS safety programs and safe operating practices.
  • Build and maintain productive relationships at all levels within the organization and with our external partners.
  • Implement change initiatives to support company goals and drive performance results.

Operations Management

  • Improve operations by implementing processes to optimize service, reduce cost and reduce risk.
  • Demonstrate commitment to Company standards and best practice operating procedures.
  • Drive continuous improvement for operations and safety.
  • Identify challenges, conduct root cause analysis, and develop action plans to solve problems.
  • Be accountable for the full Profit & Loss of the location(s).
  • Ensure that Supervisors and Operations Managers meet all their financial performance objectives by coaching and training them about budgets and how to manage variances.

People & Talent Management

  • Coach Supervisors and Operations Managers in setting priorities and communicating expectations to achieve goals.
  • Work with HR to hire, train, develop and retain staff.
  • Provide continuous feedback for all direct reports.
  • Create a workplace culture that sustains employee engagement, commitment, and retention.

Revenue Growth

  • Develop positive working relationships with community groups and municipalities.
  • Actively participate in LRS community engagement efforts.
  • Work closely with the field Sales organization to drive new business growth and renew existing business.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key customers in the market.
Requirements
  • Operational knowledge.
  • Financial acumen and P&L experience.
  • Effective leadership skills.
  • Good communication skills; able to relate to all levels in the organization.
  • Solid organizational skills, with attention to detail.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree (related work experience will be considered).
  • 2 years of operations experience, preferably in the waste industry.
  • 2 years of experience managing teams.

Physical Demands / Environmental Factors

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
  • Occasionally required to stand and walk
  • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
  • Occasional local travel required
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
  • Occasionally required to stand and walk
  • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Pay Range

$107,000 - $140,000

Location

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Lakeshore Recycling Systems is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please email careers@lrsrecycles.com.

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