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District Manager Organics & Agriculture

WM

Novato, CAJob$115–132K/yrPosted 4mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$115–132K/yr
Location
Novato, CA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

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Valid Driver’s License

Job overview

WM is hiring a District Manager Organics & Agriculture. The District Manager oversees day-to-day collection operations across multiple sites, managing performance, productivity, and cost metrics while maintaining P&L responsibility. The role requires adapting to variable raw material inputs, ensuring biological processes run efficiently, and supporting site supervisors and drivers to meet safety, service, and financial goals.

Key focus areas include Manage day-to‑to‑day collection operations across multiple sites, Establish and maintain performance, productivity, and cost metrics, and Oversee P&L responsibility and conduct regular financial reviews.

Successful candidates bring Associate's Degree, High School Diploma Or GED, and 2 Years Relevant Work Experience. Important skills include P&L Management, Performance Metrics, Productivity Metrics, Cost Management, Yellow Iron Equipment Upkeep, and CalRecycle Regulations. Preferred (not required): Yellow Iron Equipment Lifecycle And Upkeep, CalRecycle, BAAQMD, and EPA.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

P&L ManagementPerformance MetricsProductivity MetricsCost ManagementYellow Iron Equipment UpkeepCalRecycle RegulationsBAAQMD RegulationsEPA RegulationsTitle 14 Composting RegulationsProcess StreamliningAerated Static Pile MethodWindrow MethodSafety ComplianceOSHA ComplianceRoot Cause InvestigationsEmployee CoachingEmployee RetrainingEmployee SelectionEmployee DisciplineEmployee TrainingEmployee Performance EvaluationGoal FormulationAction Plan DevelopmentBudget ManagementEquipment Utilization OptimizationEquipment MaintenanceCustomer SatisfactionEfficiency ImprovementContract RenewalContract NegotiationYellow Iron Equipment Lifecycle and UpkeepCalRecycleBAAQMDEPAStreamlining Process From Tipping Floor to Finished ProductWindrow MethodsDay-to-Day Operations ManagementDriver SupportOSHA StandardsCoachingRetrainingPersonnel Needs ManagementTermination DecisionsCompensation DecisionsPromotion DecisionsShort-Term Goal FormulationLong-Term Goal FormulationP&L ReviewsOptimal Equipment Utilization ProgramsEquipment Maintenance ProgramsLabor Cost ManagementMaterial Cost ManagementInteracting With Local Agencies

Qualifications

Associate's DegreeHigh School Diploma or GED2 Years Relevant Work Experience2 Years Supervisory and/or P&L ResponsibilityValid Driver’s LicenseClean Driving RecordB.S. In Environmental ScienceB.S. In Civil/Chemical EngineeringB.S. In AgribusinessMBACCOM (Certified Compost Operations Manager)OSHA 30-Hour

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

I. Job Summary

Manages the day-to-day collection operations of multiple sites a single Line of Business , establishes, and maintains performance and productivity metrics and cost management processes. Responsible for P&L. Landfill Operations Managers and/or Supervisors will report directly to this role.

The District Manager (DM) oversees operations that resemble managing a high-volume manufacturing facility. In this environment, the inputs, the raw materials, can be unpredictable and subject to change, and the core operational systems are based on biological processes. This requires the DM to adapt to fluctuations in input quality and quantity while ensuring the biological systems function efficiently to maintain continuous production.

Location : Novato primary location this role will support two sites.

Travel: 1-2 days a week to Anderson, CA

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Knowledge of the lifecycle and upkeep of "yellow iron" equipment, such as loaders, grinders, screeners, and windrow turners.

  • Experience working with state environmental agencies like CalRecycle, BAAQMD, or the EPA, and an understanding of Title 14 or comparable composting regulations.

  • Skill in streamlining the process from the tipping floor to the finished product; at a large industrial facility, any delays during intake or screening can lead to costly backlogs.

  • Understanding of Aerated Static Pile (ASP) vs. Windrow methods.

  • Manages the District’s day-to-day operations and provides daily support to drivers in ensuring safety, service, and savings.

  • Executes necessary precautions to ensure safety and compliance with Company, OSHA, and other standards and regulations.

  • Ensures thorough root cause investigations for all injuries and incidents, following up with consistent coaching and retraining.

  • Oversees department personnel needs, including selecting, coaching, disciplining, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Manages

  • termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.

  • Formulates short-term and long-term goals and action plans in conjunction with the Senior District Manager and/or Director of Disposal Operations.

  • Participates in regular P&L reviews to ensure that budgets are met; develops and implements programs for optimal equipment utilization, equipment maintenance, and labor and material costs.

  • Interacts with local city, municipal, and county agencies to ensure customer satisfaction, improve efficiency, renew contracts, and negotiate new contracts; establishes WM as a good corporate citizen and valued resource.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree

  • High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years relevant of work experience

  • 2 years in a role with supervisory and/or P&L responsibility (in addition to education requirement).

B. Preferred Qualifications


  • A B.S. in Environmental Science, Civil/Chemical Engineering, or Agribusiness is standard. An MBA is a significant plus for the financial side of the role

  • CCOM (Certified Compost Operations Manager): Offered by the US Composting Council (USCC). OSHA 30-Hour

  • Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

  • Must be able to maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record throughout the duration of employment in this position

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.☒ Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.

PAY: The expected base pay range for this office/on-site position is $115,000 - $132,000. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

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