đź“Ť Red Bank, New Jersey (Greater Monmouth County Area)
💰 $210,000 – $245,000 + 15% Bonus + Full Benefits
🌎 Environmental Services | Recycling | C&D | Industrial Operations
Our client, a leader in waste, recycling, and environmental solutions, is seeking a dynamic Vice President of Operations to elevate performance, optimize multi-site operations, and lead strategic growth initiatives across the Greater Monmouth County region.
This on-site executive position (based near Red Bank, NJ) oversees multiple divisions—including C&D Transfer Stations, Recycling, Scrap Metal, Mulch, and RCA Manufacturing—and plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s operational future. You will partner directly with the CEO to modernize systems, strengthen safety culture, and accelerate efficiency across the enterprise.
Direct and optimize day-to-day operations across multiple facilities, ensuring excellence in safety, compliance, quality, and production flow.
Standardize and upgrade SOPs to drive consistency and operational discipline across all divisions.
Own and refine operational KPIs, including throughput, utilization, material yield, cost control, and maintenance performance.
Ensure rigorous compliance with environmental and safety regulations (NJDEP, PADEP, and other governing bodies).
Lead and implement continuous improvement efforts using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methods.
Drive financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and cost-reduction initiatives.
Deliver monthly operational and financial performance reports to the executive leadership team.
Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing site leaders and division directors.
Collaborate closely with the CEO on long-term growth, sustainability initiatives, and capital expansion plans.
Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
10–15+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, recycling, environmental services, industrial operations, or similar fields.
Demonstrated success leading multi-site operations with full P&L accountability.
Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and KPI-driven decision making.
Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or other CI methodologies.
Exceptional leadership presence, communication ability, and organizational discipline.
Strong knowledge of environmental and regulatory compliance frameworks.
True executive influence: You’ll shape the entire operational strategy alongside the CEO.
Multi-division authority: Oversee operations touching C&D, recycling, scrap, manufacturing, and environmental services.
Growth & modernization: Join a company investing heavily in expansion, automation, and sustainability.
Competitive compensation:
💰 $210K–$245K base salary
âž• 15% annual bonus
âž• Comprehensive benefits
Mission-driven impact: Your work directly supports environmental responsibility and community sustainability.