Job Details

Founded in 1996, COR is Portland's largest and most innovative waste and recycling company, recognized for its sustainability efforts and commitment to the local community. Our impact continues to grow as we serve more clients, engage with neighbors, and expand our diverse workforce. Recently, we've been in the spotlight for securing new funding, adopting cutting-edge technology, and forming exciting partnerships to divert more waste from landfills and help local businesses and governments reduce their carbon footprints. In 2023, we led the way by transitioning our fleet to R99 renewable diesel—the cleanest option available—and proudly introduced Oregon's first fully electric garbage truck.

OUR VISION

While we've seen incredible growth, we always prioritize people and planet over profits. COR is committed to making our world and our community a better place for all people, and for future generations. We invest in diversity, workforce development, and forward-thinking concepts like the COR Campus innovation hub that's creating the future of ClimateTech and Oregon's circular economy.

Key Principles that Guide COR Employees:

1. Sustainability Focused: We help local orgs increase their sustainability and always prioritize reducing, reusing, recycling, and remanufacturing of all waste streams.
2. Lead From the Front: We're constantly evolving and pushing ourselves, our local governments, and our competitors to boost waste diversion and reduce our footprint.
3. We're Easy to Work With: We keep customers and partners happy by being responsive, transparent, always delivering with quality, and being different than our competition.
4. Social Responsibility: We believe it's our duty to keep inclusivity & diversity at our core, and we invest in our local community, the next generation, and the underserved, marginalized communities who have historically been left behind.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Manager, Waste Auditing leads waste assessment initiatives and oversees EPR compliance programs. This role will play a critical part in advancing our sustainability efforts by conducting waste audits, optimizing materials recovery, and ensuring compliance and reporting with EPR regulations.

Responsible for engaging with outside agencies, transporting samples to and from facilities, interacting with internal teams and management. Gathers and reports on data, researches market conditions, oversees budget. Manages auditing team including an auditing Supervisor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Plan and execute comprehensive waste audits to assess waste composition, diversion rates, and contamination levels across various facilities and generation sources.
2. Develop and implement strategies to minimize waste generation, increase recycling rates, and improve material recovery.
3. Oversee Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
4. Manage the transportation of samples from EPR facilities to designated audit locations (including COR facilities), ensuring proper handling and documentation.
5. Collaborate with producers, manufacturers, and industry stakeholders to enhance product stewardship and sustainable packaging initiatives.
6. Analyze audit findings to pinpoint areas where waste can be minimized through improved recycling, reuse, or source reduction strategies.
7. Prepare comprehensive reports detailing audit findings and recommendations.
8. Ensure adherence to local and regulatory waste management standards.
9. Collaborate with employees and external stakeholders to promote awareness of waste reduction initiatives.
10. Hire, develop, coach, promote and terminate employees on the waste auditing team. Manage day-to-day activities of teams, approve time and attendance, and ensure coverage of needed tasks.

KEY COMPETENCIES

1. Strong leadership and supervisory skills to inspire performance and manage the day-to-day needs of the team.
2. Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
3. Strong analytical skills to interpret data and identify trends.
4. Excellent communication skills to present findings and recommendations effectively.
5. Detail-oriented with the ability to accurately record and manage data.
6. Knowledge of waste management regulations and best practices.
7. Environmental awareness and commitment to sustainability.

REQUIRED & DESIRED EXPERIENCE

1. 3+ years in a lead/supervisor/manager role overseeing a team in waste auditing or a similar field required.
2. Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Waste Management, or equivalent experience required.
3. 3+ years of experience in waste auditing, waste management, EPR compliance, or sustainability program development required.
4. Strong knowledge of solid waste regulations, EPR frameworks, and circular economy principles required.
5. Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting using Excel, GIS, or other waste management tools required.
6. Certifications in Zero Waste, Circular Economy, SWANA, or other industry-relevant programs preferred.

PHYSICAL, DRIVING, ENVIRONMENTAL, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

1. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for extended periods.
2. Comfortable working in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions.
3. Capability to climb ladders, operate lifts, and work at heights as needed.
4. Frequent exposure to waste materials, odors, and outdoor elements.