Our client, a leader in waste and recycling solutions, is seeking an experienced Vice President of Operations to oversee all operational divisions and drive performance, safety, and profitability across a growing organization. The position reports to an office (Eatontown, NJ) full time and will also oversee other locations throughout central and southern, NJ.

This is a key executive leadership role responsible for managing multiple facilities and division directors across operations including C&D Transfer Stations, Recycling, Scrap Metal, Mulch, and RCA Manufacturing. The VP will lead with a data-driven mindset and have full P&L accountability for all business units.

Main Responsibilities:

Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple facilities, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Standardize & improve SOPs to drive consistency, accountability, and best practices. Implement and track operational KPIs—throughput, utilization, material yield, maintenance performance. Maintain regulatory compliance/relationships with environmental & safety agencies. Lead initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction. Drive financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. Present monthly operational and financial reports to the executive leadership team. Partner with the CEO to execute long-term growth and sustainability strategies. Build and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Main Requirements:

Bachelors in Business, Engineering, or Operations Management (Master’s a plus). 10–15 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, recycling, or environmental services. Proven success managing multi-site operations with full P&L responsibility. Strong financial acumen and KPI management experience. Skilled in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies. Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational abilities. Familiarity with state and environmental compliance (NJDEP, PADEP preferred).

Key Performance Indicators

Divisional profitability & EBITDA performance Operational throughput & efficiency Safety record & compliance metrics Employee retention, training, and promotion rates Equipment, uptime & maintenance performance

Salary is between 210,000 - $245,000 plus bonus (15%) and solid benefits