Company Overview Pope Douglas Solid Waste Management is a dynamic and comprehensive waste and recycling organization committed to environmental stewardship and community service. We oversee the full lifecycle of waste, emphasizing resource recovery, responsible disposal, and sustainable practices to protect our environment. Overview We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Manager to lead our recycling operations. In this role, you will oversee daily facility activities, ensure safety compliance, and optimize the handling of recyclable materials. Your leadership will drive efficiency, uphold environmental standards, and maintain a safe working environment for all team members. Duties The MRF Manager is responsible for overseeing daily Material Recovery Facility (MRF) operations, including employee supervision, safety compliance, equipment maintenance coordination, production performance, quality control, and regulatory compliance. Leads staff development, managements operational efficiencies, and works collaboratively with internal teams, contractors, and customers to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective processing Qualifications Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. Valid driver's license with the ability to maintain insurable driving status. Previous experience in Material Recovery Facility (MRF) operations, solid waste management, recycling, manufacturing, or a related industrial environment. Six (6) years of progressively responsible technical and administrative experience, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory or leadership role. Experience supervising employees, managing work schedules, resolving operational issues, and leading teams in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, as well as experience maintaining records, preparing reports, and managing operational data. Knowledge of workplace safety programs and safe operating procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) practices. Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience operating heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, forklifts, front-end loaders, roll-off trucks, and collection vehicles. Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to understand equipment operations, maintenance requirements, and basic troubleshooting. Knowledge of material processing, recycling systems, solid waste management practices, transfer operations, and environmental compliance requirements. Familiarity with hazardous materials regulations and applicable federal, state, and local environmental standards. Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), inventory tracking, purchasing, payroll review, and budget management. Ability to work safely in outdoor and industrial environments under varying weather conditions and physical demands. Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting, walking, climbing, and routine facility inspections. Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement efforts and identify opportunities to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational performance. Join us at Pope Douglas Solid Waste Management as we lead innovative recycling solutions that protect our planet! We're dedicated to empowering our team members through safety training, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work culture that values your contributions every day. Interested candidates can view the complete job description by visiting our website at popedouglasrecycle.com.

Benefits:

Retirement

• Employees of Pope Douglas Solid Waste Management are enrolled in PERA (Public Employee's Retirement Association). Employees are vested in 3 years. Employee deduction is 6.5% and employer contribution is 7.5%. Health Insurance
• We offer an HSA plan and high option plan for health insurance. With those plans the employee can elect single, single + 1, and family coverage options. Pope Douglas Solid Waste Management does contribute to the HSA plan for employees that elect the HSA compatible plan. Life Insurance
• As a Pope Douglas Solid Waste Management employee you will be covered by $20,000 of life insurance at no expense. Supplemental coverage is available for you, your spouse, and your dependents. Other Payroll Deductible Elections Include
• Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, Group Critical Illness, Group Accident Insurance, Group Hospital Insurance, Healthcare Savings Account, Flex Spending Plan, NCPERS Life Insurance, and Post Employment Health Care Savings Plan. Employee Assistance Program
• Employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). It is a voluntary program that can assist employees, their spouse, and dependents with support through access to qualified counselors for various personal and work-related issues. Vacation
• Employees will accrue vacation according to the following schedule: 0-5 years: 80 hours/year; 6-10 years: 120 hours/year; 11-20 years: 160 hours/year; 21+ years: 200 hours/year. Sick Leave/Earned Safe and Sick Time
• An employee shall be credited with 8 hours of sick leave for each month of service accumulative to 90 days. The first 48 hours (or up to 80 if any eligible time was carried over) will be counted as ESST. Holidays
• The official holidays for Pope Douglas Solid Waste Management are: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. Minnesota Paid Leave (MNPL or PFML)
• Minnesota Paid Leave (MNPL) is a state program that provides job protected, paid time off.

Eligible employees can receive partial wage replacement for up to 12 weeks of medical leave and 12 weeks of family leave (with a combined maximum of 20 weeks per year). The paid leave benefit is provided through a private plan administered by MetLife. Employees pay 50% of the premium cost through a small payroll deduction while the employer pays the other 50%.

Pay:

$99,769.28

• $109,370.

56 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance Wellness program

Experience:

supervising and managing employee: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

driver's license (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Alexandria, MN 56308: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location:

In person