Assistant General Manager - American Organics

Position Summary:

The Assistant General Manager at American Organics oversees all business areas within their assigned division, including revenue growth and cost management. Additionally, they play a pivotal role in upholding stringent environmental safety standards by implementing sustainable practices, such as composting, to manage organic waste efficiently. This entails overseeing day-to-day operations while actively seeking opportunities for continuous improvement in both environmental management and operational efficiency.

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage performance of operations and maintenance managers.
• Manage the day-to-day operations and maintenance, meeting performance standards and productivity metrics.
• Full P&L responsibility of assigned Division, including all business aspects of operation (revenue growth, cost management, compliance, personnel development, capital projects, and budget development).
• Effectively lead team of employees in operation that include compost operations, Transportation and Maintenance.
• Responsible for ensuring optimal workflow, staffing levels, and equipment utilization to achieve production and financial goals.
• Develop and coach staff; effectively communicate goals and expectations, and provide feedback on performance to employees.
• Ensure that facility is in compliance with all Federal, State, OSHA and Local regulations and requirements.
• Lead scheduled Operations meetings with Leadership Team.
• Review and analyze monthly financial/operational results with Board of Directors and Executive Team.
• Develop annual operating budget, which includes revenue, cost projections, and capital projects.
• Manage Sales of Commodities, ensuring quality, competitive pricing, and movement of material.
• Effectively interact and communicate with vendors, customers, and other business associates.
• Ensure the training and development of the skills of the workforce by providing proper guidance and coaching.
• Engaging in the interview process in order to hire the most talented and qualified personnel.
• Establish the necessary procedures to ensure overall safety of employees, customers and visitors.
• Engage employees to create a safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of facility, equipment, and property through inspections and preventive maintenance programs.
• Well versed in all aspects of composting operations including latest equipment and technology,

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 7 to 10 year's management experience.
• Experience managing a manufacturing operation with mechanical and processing equipment.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, Dust Control, and other related state and federal regulations.
• Must have demonstrated leadership, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to coach and develop subordinates.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively interface with general public and regulatory agencies as well as political contacts.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a waste-recycling composting operations or industrial or manufacturing environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $88,000.00 - $177,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Shift:

• Day shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person