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Job Details Full-time, Exempt On-site (Alma, MI) Competitive salary based on experience

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 5:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Flexibility required to handle employee call-ins and staffing issues outside normal hours Occasional Saturday work required What We're Looking For Minimum 1 year of experience in the waste industry or a related field CDL-B with airbrakes and forklift license required (or ability and willingness to obtain within 3 months) Good driving record with fewer than 5 points; meets other safe driving requirements High school diploma or GED required; associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred Basic skills in Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel and Outlook Self-motivated, with strong communication and people-management skills Key Skills & Expertise Team leadership and performance management Safety leadership and incident response Staffing, scheduling and workflow coordination Route operations and customer service Cross-departmental collaboration Results-focused, self-motivated approach What You'll Do Foster accountability, safety and performance excellence for all direct reports Set clear expectations, deliver coaching and complete performance reviews Manage timekeeping, PTO requests and payroll coding Coordinate daily and weekly staffing plans, schedules and workflow priorities Promote a culture of safety, addressing non-compliance and leading or participating in incident/injury investigations Build strong relationships with team members through daily communication, feedback and recognition Support recruiting, onboarding and training for new associates Collaborate with customer solutions, maintenance, sales and landfill teams on work orders, late arrivals and other operational needs Lead or participate in meetings, maintain documentation and follow up on action items Ensure efficient route operations through effective scheduling and route monitoring, with an emphasis on customer service Support special projects as needed What You'll Get Competitive salary based on experience Health, dental and vision insurance Paid time off + holidays Early-morning schedule with a consistent Monday-Friday routine Leadership role with a clear path to cross-train across operations Why Granger 60+ years as a family-owned, stable company with long-term growth potential Clear path for cross-training and advancement across operations Purpose-driven work supporting essential community services Supportive team environment guided by the Golden Rule Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 5:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This role requires flexibility to handle employee call-ins and staffing issues outside of normal hours. Occasional Saturday work is required. Safety-Sensitive Position This position is designated safety-sensitive. The associate will operate a vehicle or other equipment on behalf of Granger Waste Services as an essential function of their job and must comply with all applicable safety and drug and alcohol policies. About Granger Waste Services Working at Granger Waste Services isn't just a career — it's a calling. Guided by the Golden Rule, we're committed to caring for our customers, our communities and each other. If you're ready to make a difference while building a rewarding career, we'd love to have you on our team. Ready to lead our hauling team and keep the Alma region's routes running safely and on time? Apply today. Education Required High School Diploma or better in General Studies Licenses & Certifications Required CDL Driver's License Forklift License Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.