Operations Manager

Daniels Health • Hayward, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a leader who can provide tactical and operational leadership for a regulated medical waste facility, ensuring safe and efficient operation of autoclave systems and supporting infrastructure. This role is accountable for people leadership, process performance, metrics, and resource planning across plant functions within the Business Unit. We’re on a mission to make healthcare safer. Daniels Health provides reusable medical waste containers designed to reduce needlestick injuries and support sustainability. After use, we professionally clean and sanitize each container for reuse, while responsibly disposing of medical waste at our treatment facilities. Our closed-loop system ensures safety, compliance, and environmental responsibility for our customers.

Requirements

• 5+ years of senior operations management experience
• Strong understanding of safety, compliance, and environmental regulations
• Proven leadership, team development, and performance management experience
• Experience managing budgets, KPIs, and operational metrics

Nice To Haves

• Experience in medical waste, healthcare, or other regulated industries
• Capital budgeting and infrastructure asset management experience
• Background in continuous improvement and change management initiatives
• Strong multi‑stakeholder and cross‑functional collaboration experience

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute Business Unit operations strategy aligned with national objectives
• Oversee daily plant operations including autoclaves, robotic sharps wash lines, and tunnel wash systems
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance across all plant functions
• Manage workforce planning, performance, budgets, and resource allocation
• Drive operational efficiency, cost optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and lead Plant Supervisors while fostering a culture of safety and accountability
• Partner cross‑functionally to support technology upgrades and new business rollouts

Benefits

• 401K Matching: 50% employer match on up to 6% contribution (up to 3% employer contribution), with match starting Day 1, 5 year vesting schedule
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage effective Day 1; paid short-term disability; company-sponsored life insurance; and more
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• retirement savings plans with company match contributions
• paid vacation and sick time
• wellness resources
• life insurance
• professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed