Director - Operational Performance
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, Los Angeles, CA, United States
About VLS!
VLS Environmental Solutions, LLC, is a recognized leader in providing sustainability solutions, with three divisions providing industry-leading services. With a mission to innovate solutions to meet clients' sustainability goals, VLS has over 1,200 employees in 40+ locations across North America.
Waste Services VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
Railcar Services VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
Marine Services VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.
Position Summary The Director, Operational Performance is responsible for executing operational improvement initiatives across the Non-Hazardous Waste division by translating strategic priorities established by senior leadership into actionable projects that enhance operational efficiency, standardize best practices, and improve overall business performance. Reporting to the SVP of Operational Improvements, this role leads cross-functional initiatives that drive process optimization, operational consistency, and cost efficiency across facilities. The Director also oversees operational integration activities associated with branch openings, relocations, consolidations, acquisitions, and organizational transitions, ensuring operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and business continuity.
Key Responsibilities
Lead implementation of divisional operational improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, reduce operating costs, and improve facility performance.
Evaluate operational workflows, identify inefficiencies, and deploy standardized best practices across facilities to improve consistency, productivity, and safety.
Lead cross-functional operational improvement projects from planning through execution in coordination with regional leadership, engineering, compliance, transportation, IT, and the PMO.
Plan and execute operational integrations associated with facility openings, relocations, consolidations, and acquisitions while ensuring operational continuity and readiness.
Support site readiness activities including equipment mobilization, infrastructure coordination, and operational startup during facility transitions.
Ensure operational transitions and improvement initiatives comply with DOT, EPA, and applicable state and local environmental regulations, including permit coordination where required.
Coordinate operational assets, fleet, containers, equipment deployment, and waste routing adjustments to maintain service continuity during operational transitions.
Act as a liaison between operations leadership and corporate departments to ensure alignment, identify integration risks, and implement mitigation strategies to prevent operational disruption.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.
10+ years of operational leadership experience in environmental services, industrial services, logistics, or related industries.
Experience leading operational improvement initiatives and facility integration or startup projects.
Working knowledge of DOT regulations and environmental compliance preferred.
Strong project management, organizational leadership, and cross-functional coordination skills.
Core Competencies
Strong knowledge of CA regulatory requirements
Operational Improvement & Continuous Improvement
Operational Integration & Execution
Process Optimization & Standardization
Project & Change Management
Regulatory Compliance Awareness
Cross-Functional Leadership
Risk Mitigation & Problem Solving
What's in it for you! At VLS our employees are the core of our business. As such, we value our employees' physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance.
Physical and Mental Wellbeing
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Based on each employee's need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) – Set aside pre‑tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts.
Time Off – We offer 11 company‑paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 assistance and counseling services that are 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents.
Telemedicine – All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day…including holidays!
Financial and Retirement Planning
401(k) – Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.
Life and Disability Insurance – Employer‑paid life insurance, along with short-term and long‑term disability coverage provided to all full‑time employees.
Voluntary Life Protection Plans – Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans.
Rewards and Recognition Programs – We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees.
Financial Planning – Free One‑on‑One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.
Employee Discount – Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.
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Waste Services VLS Waste Services provides customized waste processing solutions for hazardous and non-hazardous industrial and commercial waste, including landfill diversion and sustainability programs, solidification of liquid waste, recycling, wastewater treatment, and waste sequestration.
Railcar Services VLS Railcar Cleaning and Repair Services division provides specialty cleaning services for difficult-to-clean products, including chemicals, hardened materials, and pressurized gases, and comprehensive repair services for certified full-service repairs, tank car qualifications, and maintenance.
Marine Services VLS Marine Services division offers state-of-the-art barge cleaning, repair, and gas-free facilities for various chemical solvents and downstream petroleum products.
Position Summary The Director, Operational Performance is responsible for executing operational improvement initiatives across the Non-Hazardous Waste division by translating strategic priorities established by senior leadership into actionable projects that enhance operational efficiency, standardize best practices, and improve overall business performance. Reporting to the SVP of Operational Improvements, this role leads cross-functional initiatives that drive process optimization, operational consistency, and cost efficiency across facilities. The Director also oversees operational integration activities associated with branch openings, relocations, consolidations, acquisitions, and organizational transitions, ensuring operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and business continuity.
Key Responsibilities
Lead implementation of divisional operational improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, reduce operating costs, and improve facility performance.
Evaluate operational workflows, identify inefficiencies, and deploy standardized best practices across facilities to improve consistency, productivity, and safety.
Lead cross-functional operational improvement projects from planning through execution in coordination with regional leadership, engineering, compliance, transportation, IT, and the PMO.
Plan and execute operational integrations associated with facility openings, relocations, consolidations, and acquisitions while ensuring operational continuity and readiness.
Support site readiness activities including equipment mobilization, infrastructure coordination, and operational startup during facility transitions.
Ensure operational transitions and improvement initiatives comply with DOT, EPA, and applicable state and local environmental regulations, including permit coordination where required.
Coordinate operational assets, fleet, containers, equipment deployment, and waste routing adjustments to maintain service continuity during operational transitions.
Act as a liaison between operations leadership and corporate departments to ensure alignment, identify integration risks, and implement mitigation strategies to prevent operational disruption.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field preferred.
10+ years of operational leadership experience in environmental services, industrial services, logistics, or related industries.
Experience leading operational improvement initiatives and facility integration or startup projects.
Working knowledge of DOT regulations and environmental compliance preferred.
Strong project management, organizational leadership, and cross-functional coordination skills.
Core Competencies
Strong knowledge of CA regulatory requirements
Operational Improvement & Continuous Improvement
Operational Integration & Execution
Process Optimization & Standardization
Project & Change Management
Regulatory Compliance Awareness
Cross-Functional Leadership
Risk Mitigation & Problem Solving
What's in it for you! At VLS our employees are the core of our business. As such, we value our employees' physical, mental, and financial wellbeing by providing first class, high value benefits and resources that are centered around a proper work-life balance.
Physical and Mental Wellbeing
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Based on each employee's need, we offer various high quality, low-premium medical, dental and vision plans, which include our first-in-class concierge service (available in Spanish) and 2nd MD Offering.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Healthcare Saving Accounts (HSA) – Set aside pre‑tax money to use toward your health care spending. VLS provides an employer contribution to all HSA accounts.
Time Off – We offer 11 company‑paid holidays, in addition to our paid time off and voluntary time off plans.
Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 assistance and counseling services that are 100% confidential and free to all employees and their dependents.
Telemedicine – All employees and dependents receive free virtual visits by licensed practitioners any time, any day…including holidays!
Financial and Retirement Planning
401(k) – Generous 401(k) matching program after 90 days of employment. VLS will match up to 5% of your pay every pay period. Matching contributions are 100% vested immediately.
Life and Disability Insurance – Employer‑paid life insurance, along with short-term and long‑term disability coverage provided to all full‑time employees.
Voluntary Life Protection Plans – Employees and their dependents can elect coverage in our voluntary life/add, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident plans.
Rewards and Recognition Programs – We celebrate our employees! From birthdays to anniversaries and other various milestones/achievements, we have programs in place to recognize our employees.
Financial Planning – Free One‑on‑One financial planning with a certified Financial Planner/Coach.
Employee Discount – Employee Discount Program for savings on everyday goods and services at various retailers throughout the US.
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