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Operations Manager

CLP Circular Services
Southington, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 12/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2026

Bagging Building Manager

About Quantum Organics

Quantum Organics is a Circular Services company and a regional leader in sustainable soil, compost, and aggregate production. Our operations support the creation of premium soil and compost products that help rebuild the earth and close the loop on organic materials recovery. Quantum Organics’ newest facility—the Bagging Building—is designed to expand our product reach through automated bagging, storage, and distribution of bagged compost and soil blends to retail and commercial customers.

About the Role

The Bagging Building Manager will oversee the launch and day-to-day management of Quantum Organics’ new automated bagging facility. This role blends operations and business management, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable production while fostering a strong culture of teamwork and continuous improvement. The manager will collaborate closely with internal teams, customers, and third-party partners to meet production goals, uphold safety and quality standards, and ensure the success of this new business unit.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all daily operations within the bagging building, ensuring consistent uptime and production quality.
  • Develop and maintain safety standards in partnership with Circular Services’ Environmental Health & Safety team, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company policies.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical or process issues on the bagging line quickly and effectively, coordinating with maintenance or campus colleagues as needed.
  • Manage and develop a small production team, fostering a culture of respect, performance, and accountability.
  • Track and record production data, maintaining documentation aligned with customer and internal recordkeeping requirements.
  • Coordinate the movement and storage of bagged materials in collaboration with campus operations and logistics.
  • Partner with the accounting and administrative teams to ensure accurate billing and inventory tracking.
  • Work closely with equipment vendors and service partners to learn best practices for maintaining and optimizing automated bagging equipment.
  • Maintain clean, safe, and organized workspaces; allocate time daily for end-of-shift cleaning and preparation for the next day.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

Minimum Job Qualifications

  • 3–5 years of experience in operations, production, or facilities management within a manufacturing or processing environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage equipment-intensive operations.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate across departments and with external partners.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and production tracking systems.

Preferred Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business management, industrial technology, engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience managing automated packaging or bagging systems.
  • Knowledge of compost, soil, or related materials manufacturing processes.
  • Prior experience in a startup or new facility launch environment.

Skills and Attributes

  • Safety Mindset: Places safety above all else, ensuring a secure work environment.
  • Communication: Maintains open, respectful, and timely communication across teams.
  • Organization: Demonstrates strong attention to detail and maintains clean, orderly workspaces.
  • Work Ethic: Self-motivated, dependable, and willing to go above and beyond to ensure production success.
  • Team Culture: Models Quantum’s “One Team” philosophy, fostering collaboration and shared success.

Salary/Schedule

$90,000-$110,000

Monday-Friday: 7:00AM to 4:00PM

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Work performed primarily in an industrial environment with exposure to dust, temperature changes, and machinery. Requires standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs., and operating or inspecting equipment. Must follow all company safety procedures and wear required PPE.

EEOC Statement

Circular Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000

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