Description

Compost Operations Manager

Organization

FCC Environmental Services

Job Description

POSTION: Compost Operations Manager

LOCATION: FCC Environmental Services

REPORTS TO: Senior General Manager, Senior Operations Manager

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

JOB TYPE: Full-time

WORKPLACE TYPE: On-Site

SALARY: $100,000 – $120,000 yearly salary, depending on experience

START DATE: Spring 2024 – flexible start date, preferably as soon as possible

Job Summary

FCC Environmental Services is currently seeking a Compost Operations Manager to join our Operations Team. We are seeking a candidate with experience and knowledge managing all aspects of composting operations, including but not limited to organics pre and post processing, daily material processing, supervision of employees, maintaining safety standards, and compliance with environmental and governmental regulations.

This position will assist the Senior Operations Manager and Senior General Manager with overseeing all aspects of the compost facility located at the Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA) facility. This includes an onsite compost facility which is being constructed utilizing covered aerated static pile (CASP) composting. The primary role of this position is to manage the day-to-day operations, including supervision of the compost equipment operators, and to ensure material is being processed efficiently and to all operating best management practices (BMPs). The Compost Operations Manager may also assist with maintaining compliance with environmental regulatory standards and interacting with regulatory bodies, including but not limited to the Placer County Air Pollution Control District (PCAPCD), the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board (CVRWQCB), CalRecycle and the Placer County Local Enforcement Agency (LEA). This position will provide support to the Senior Operations Manager and Senior General Manager and may be given additional tasks, projects, and responsibilities.

About FCC Environmental Services

At FCC Environmental Services we apply our know-how, consolidated experience and a large portfolio of references. In addition, we have a strongly implemented corporate responsibility policy, which stems from senior management, and which is based on supporting the local communities where we operate. Today, FCC is one of the world’s largest waste management and recycling companies with a presence in over 35 countries. FCC’s more than 60,000 employees worldwide interact with citizens on a daily basis and focus on constantly increasing sustainability. Together, we will create socially-integrated communities.
At FCC we are aware that exceptional services can only be provided by the most qualified industry experts in the fields of engineering environmental waste management services. Our priority is still centered on exceeding customer’s expectations and we are committed to fulfilling their requirements with the guarantee of quality, safety and professionalism that sets us apart. Our main objective is based on performance excellence and customer satisfaction, achieved by providing special attention and ongoing dedication to our customers.
The company operates in over 5,000 municipalities across the world where it improves the well-being of over 60 million citizens. We've been operating since the 1900s, which is reflected in the diversity of services it provides: collection, treatment, recycling, energy recovery and disposal of solid urban waste, street cleaning, sewer network maintenance, ground maintenance and preservation of green spaces, polluted soils recovery and comprehensive management of industrial waste.

The facility is located at the Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPMWA) site serving Placer County. WPWMA is a regional agency established in 1978 through a joint exercise of powers agreement between Placer County and the cities of Lincoln, Rocklin, and Roseville (Member Agencies) to own and operate a regional recycling facility and sanitary landfill. The facilities support over 400,000 homes in Placer County receiving approximately 500,000 tons of waste per year, which includes approximately 68,000 tons of green waste & food waste organics for composting.

The WPWMA’s mission is to create solutions and transform waste into a resource for a sustainable environment and prosperous economy.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of pre- and post- processing of organic material delivered to the facility
• Managing company employees and resources throughout the entire processing cycle, from receiving material to final sale and delivery to customers
• Manage daily processes by monitoring and reporting the status of key services, safety, and equipment
• Maintain compliance with facility permits including, but not limited to, PCAPCD, CVRWQCB, LEA, and CalRecycle regulations
• Interact with FCC staff and maintain knowledge of FCC contract requirements
• Ensure product quality programs are followed and processing standards are met
• Achieve productivity and throughput standards through staff training and process planning
• Oversee operational staff for the compost facilities
• Responsible for managing departmental staffing needs such as hiring, training, and coaching employees
• Coordinates with other departments to improve operational efficiencies
• Monitor and report inbound/outbound tonnages and inventories
• Assist with sales and marketing initiatives related to compost products
• Implement company guidelines and initiatives with team members
• Ensuring, implementing and following all safety principles and precautions applicable to onsite operations

 The above information is representative of the work performed in this position, however it is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not exclude it from the position if the work is similar or related to the essential duties and responsibilities.

Qualifications

 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural, Business, Economics, Engineering, Environmental Science, Soil Sciences/Agronomy, or other closely related areas of study or 3 years of prior work experience in related field
• 2 years of experience in the waste industry, composting / organics industry, or other related field
• 2 years of experience with management / supervision
• Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

• Climb up and down compost piles frequently and travel across rough, uneven or rocky surfaces at the facility
• Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements
• Work at heights greater than ten feet
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position is located at a recycling/transfer station that processes recyclable materials including wood and yard waste, which generates outside noise and air borne particles. 

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Occasional travel may be required
• Valid driver's license with a driving record in good standing required.