Operations Manager Accelerated Trainee - Great Lakes Area

OMAP is more than a training program—it’s a launchpad for a meaningful career. At Republic Services, you’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team that values innovation, safety, and service. We invest in your growth, challenge you to lead with purpose, and support your journey toward becoming a key operational leader in a company that’s shaping a more sustainable future.If you’re a driven, collaborative leader ready to accelerate your career and make a meaningful impact, the OMAP program offers a unique opportunity to grow with purpose. Join a team of genuinely great people and help shape the future of operations leadership.**PROGRAM BENEFITS:*** Clear path to placement as an Operations Manager upon successful completion of the program.* Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.* High visibility to senior leadership and executive mentorship.* Opportunities to work in multiple U.S. locations.* Make a lasting impact on your community and the environment.**THE TRAINING EXPERIENCE:*** Rotational assignments across key business functions: Operations, Sales, Finance, Maintenance, and Post-Collection.* Learn to lead large teams and manage complex infrastructure.* Participate in leadership development workshops, guest speaker sessions, and project-based learning.* Receive ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.**PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Gain hands-on experience in core operational areas and support strategic initiatives.* Analyze business performance metrics including sales, gross profit, and inventory.* Support hiring, training, coaching, and performance management of staff.* Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, regulatory, and ethical standards.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement business unit strategies.* Build and maintain strong relationships with community, government, and environmental stakeholders.* Demonstrate and promote the leadership values of the Republic Way.**QUALIFICATIONS:*** Proven ability to lead large teams and drive results in a fast-paced environment.* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.* Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.* Demonstrated ability to lead change and manage complex projects.* Working knowledge of business finance, controls, and performance metrics.**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:*** Minimum of two years supervisory or management experience.* Willingness to relocate for rotational assignments.**Rewarding Compensation and Benefits**Eligible employees can elect to participate in: • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).• Paid Time Off (PTO)• Benefits:*The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.*EEO STATEMENT:Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.**ABOUT THE COMPANY**Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.Our company values guide our daily actions:* **Safe**: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.* **Committed to Serve**: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.* **Environmentally Responsible:** We take action to improve our environment.* **Driven**: We deliver results in the right way.* **Human-Centered:** We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 4.6 million people in 2023 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.**STRATEGY**Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.**Recycling and Waste**We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.**Environmental Solutions**Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.**SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION**Republic’s recent #J-18808-Ljbffr Republic Services