Compost Operations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Agri-Cycle is New England's largest and fastest growing food waste collection company; we are experiencing exponential growth year-after-year and provide an essential service for the entire Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Our process utilizes organic waste to create renewable energy through local anaerobic digestors.

The Compost Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the composting operation, including sourcing amendments, receiving and processing incoming organic material, and managing day-to-day site activities. This role is accountable for monitoring and documenting key pile metrics, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining equipment and facilities, and representing the organization at community outreach events.

This is a full-time, on-site position. Occasional weekend availability may be required for community events and operational needs.

Production & Operations

Oversee all material logistics, including sourcing amendments, feedstock reception, recipe mixing, and management of the Aerated Static Pile (ASP) process, windrow turning, screening, and testing, to ensure efficient and consistent production output.

Quality Control, Record Keeping & Product Sales Support

Monitor, record, and analyze key pile metrics to maintain product quality and ensure finished compost meets established market specifications. Assist in cultivating customer end markets for the finished product with potential for performance bonuses related to meeting certain sales thresholds.

Equipment & Facility Maintenance

Maintain site cleanliness and equipment readiness by adhering to established daily operational checklists and proactive preventive maintenance practices.

Community Relations & Outreach

Participate in on-site community programming, including free compost distribution days, school group tours, and educational outreach initiatives. Build and maintain positive relationships with community.

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years of hands-on composting experience, combined with formal operator training from the State of Vermont or equivalent coursework

• Experience operating heavy equipment, including loaders and skid steers

• Ability and willingness to follow established SOPs for compost recipe development and processing, using a combination of Aerated Static Pile and open windrow systems

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with community partners

• Willingness to travel to local industry events and conferences as needed