Circular Action Alliance · 2 months ago
Waste Characterization & Audit Center Lead
Colorado, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $92K/yr
5+ years expCircular Action Alliance is focused on improving recycling and resource recovery across Colorado. The Materials Audit Lead will oversee the Waste Characterization Program, manage staff and contractors, and lead waste and recycling audits to enhance the efficiency of materials management in the state.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Oversee CAA Colorado’s waste characterization program
Collaborate with CAA’s national and state teams to identify key learnings from the waste characterization studies for translation into improved recyclables recovery
Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for material sampling, sorting, weighing, and reporting
Plan, schedule and oversee the audit sample sortation and data collection process ensuring comprehensive and accurate composition record keeping
Oversee, review, and approve the audit sample composition results, addressing any errors as necessary and implementing process improvements to help eliminate error recurrence. Ensure all record keeping is accurate and uploaded/input into the CAA’s tracking system to meet all reporting requirements
Report and flag sample results that contain high, unusual, or hazardous contamination and forward this information to the Collections team to address directly with the participating Collector
Participate in audit process evaluation and performance management focusing on improvement and implementation of auditing processes and tools to drive efficiency and productivity, reduce error, and enhance performance
Coordinate activities related to special studies by identifying additional sorting categories, overseeing necessary logistics and sorting arrangements, and communicating special requirements to the audit team. Produce necessary information for invoicing the special studies as required
Collaborate with CAA’s national and state teams to harmonize the audit program, protocols, and categories
Leads the operation of the CAA Materials Audit Center and/or the independent third-party Auditing Center contractor
Works in collaboration with the auditing contractor and/or staffing agency to ensure the facility is sufficiently staffed to fulfill material audit schedules while addressing personnel turnover and accommodating scheduled and unscheduled time off and absences
Ensure Materials Audit Center staff receive sufficient training in sample audit procedure, proper and safe equipment use, audit categories, data collection, and proper data reporting
Direct and oversee the Audit Team staff and/or contractor to ensure the audit work is performed accurately and efficiently
Ensure all service deliverables are met on time. Track and measure Audit Center productivity
Oversee the Materials Audit Center Safety and Compliance programs. Work to build a culture of safety through proactive commitment and training. Report and document all safety related incidents
Ensure the Audit Center is maintained in a clean and well-organized state including proper storage and organization of audit samples, audited materials, and the overall general state of the facility
Ensure audited materials are disposed of properly on a regular basis once the audit is completed
Oversee Materials Audit Center equipment preventative maintenance schedules and repairs keeping the facility operational
Conduct long-term Audit Center capacity planning to ensure future potentially expanded scope of work is supported
Work with the Director of Operations and Operations Manager to develop and maintain the budget for the Audit Center operation
Work with the Colorado Operations Team and participating Service Providers to ensure audit samples are properly collected, stored, and delivered to the Materials Audit Center in accordance with sample collection protocols and as outlined in the Service Agreements
Travel to Service Provider sites to build mutually beneficial partnerships and relationships
Provide help and training to Service Provider tip floor staff detailing how to properly collect and store audit samples, monitor their performance, and provide feedback and support as necessary
Coordinate the timely transport and delivery of audit samples to the Audit Center
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or 4 years experience in environmental science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Waste Management, Industrial Engineering, or related fields
Two or more years in a supervisory or project lead capacity, ideally managing teams in the field or lab
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Driver's License with clean driving history
Prefer five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in solid waste, recycling, or material recovery facilities (MRFs) with strong knowledge of EPA or ASTM waste characterization methods (e.g., ASTM D5231 standard test method)
Hands-on experience with waste composition studies, including sampling protocols, weight/volume measurements, data capture, and reporting
Prior experience designing sample plans or implementing material audits for municipalities, universities, or corporate zero-waste programs is highly desirable
Experience with sorting lines, conveyors, balers, or temporary audit setups
Proficiency with Excel, Access, or database tools for compiling audit data
Ability to translate raw data into dashboards and reports for executives and regulators
Understanding of weighing equipment, safety procedures, and required PPE for audit staff
Strong project management skills such as budgeting, scheduling, staffing
Excellent written and verbal communication including the ability to brief non-technical audiences
Able to build relationships using collaborative and respectful interpersonal skills
Commitment to safety culture and continuous improvement
Includes travel to meet with participating Service Providers and stakeholders, including material recovery facilities, and transfer stations
Must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally as part of audit and sampling activities and assist with moving containers or equipment
Location: Must reside in Colorado within 50 miles from the Denver Metro Area
Company
Circular Action Alliance
Circular Action Alliance (CAA) is a U.S.
Founded in 2022Washington, District of Columbia, US
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase