Operations Supervisor Landfill

About the Role

The Operations Supervisor – Landfill leads a team of Lead Operators, Operators and General Laborers to ensure efficient landfill operations. They oversee fill sequencing, meet density goals, and maintain compliance with permits. The role collaborates with the Operations Manager and General Manager to drive functional excellence and achieve budget targets while upholding safety, environmental, regulatory, accounting, and ethical standards. The supervisor provides safety leadership, removes unsafe conditions, and partners with maintenance to keep equipment compliant. They oversee accident-prevention programs, implement loss-control measures, and foster a culture of safety through active employee engagement. They deliver service that meets or exceeds customer expectations, handling unusual requests, equipment breakdowns, and schedule changes with clear communication. By interacting directly with customers, they resolve issues and enhance overall satisfaction, acting as a positive company representative. Productivity goals are set and monitored, ensuring adherence to operating standards while managing labor hours and disposal costs. The supervisor executes operational plans to support division budget goals and collaborates with maintenance to maintain fleet quality. A collaborative team environment is cultivated, with focus on talent development, coaching, and career progression. The supervisor builds high-performance teams and addresses labor‑relation matters.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸landfill ops
• ▸fill sequencing
• ▸safety leadership
• ▸customer service
• ▸productivity monitoring
• ▸team development

What You Bring

Candidates must be able to direct large staff, be process- and results-oriented, and possess strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills. They should demonstrate collaborative leadership, ethical behavior, and experience in hiring and developing teams, with at least one year of supervisory experience and any required state certification.

Requirements

• ▸supervisory
• ▸leadership
• ▸problem solving
• ▸analytical
• ▸decision making
• ▸state certification

Benefits

The position includes a competitive compensation package and a range of employee benefits. Employees receive support, modern tools, learning opportunities, and a culture that values sustainability and teamwork. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability insurance. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

Work Environment

Onsite