Description:

Our client, a leader in waste and recycling solutions, is seeking an experienced Vice President of Operations to oversee all operational divisions and drive performance, safety, and profitability across a growing organization. The position reports to an office (Eatontown, NJ) full time and will also oversee other locations throughout central and southern, NJ.

This is a key executive leadership role responsible for managing multiple facilities and division directors across operations including C&D Transfer Stations, Recycling, Scrap Metal, Mulch, and RCA Manufacturing. The VP will lead with a data-driven mindset and have full P&L accountability for all business units.

Main Responsibilities:

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple facilities, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency.




• Standardize & improve SOPs to drive consistency, accountability, and best practices.




• Implement and track operational KPIsthroughput, utilization, material yield, maintenance performance.




• Maintain regulatory compliance/relationships with environmental & safety agencies.




• Lead initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction.




• Drive financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.




• Present monthly operational and financial reports to the executive leadership team.




• Partner with the CEO to execute long-term growth and sustainability strategies.




• Build and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Main Requirements:

• Bachelors in Business, Engineering, or Operations Management (Masters a plus).




• 1015 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, recycling, or environmental services.




• Proven success managing multi-site operations with full P&L responsibility.




• Strong financial acumen and KPI management experience.




• Skilled in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.




• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.




• Familiarity with state and environmental compliance (NJDEP, PADEP preferred).

Key Performance Indicators

• Divisional profitability & EBITDA performance




• Operational throughput & efficiency




• Safety record & compliance metrics




• Employee retention, training, and promotion rates




• Equipment, uptime & maintenance performance

Salary is between 210,000 – $245,000 plus bonus (15%) and solid benefits

Location:
New Jersey, United States

Salary Range:
US Dollar . USD (Annual)

Employment Type:
Any