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Area Operations Manager

Romulus, MI · On-site

Company Summary Priority Waste, headquartered in Clinton Township, MI, is a growth-oriented waste management company serving municipal solid waste and construction & demolition customers in Michigan ...

Priority Waste

Area Operations Manager

Clinton, MI · On-site

Company Summary Priority Waste, headquartered in Clinton Township, MI, is a growth-oriented waste management company serving municipal solid waste and construction & demolition customers in Michigan ...

Priority Waste

Mechanic

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

Company Summary Priority Waste (www.prioritywaste.com), headquartered in Clinton Township, Michigan, provides waste hauling services. Our company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in ...

Priority Waste

FEL Refuse Specialist

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

Company Summary Priority Waste (www.prioritywaste.com), headquartered in Clinton Township, Michigan, provides waste hauling services. Our company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in ...

Priority Waste

Roll Off Refuse Specialist

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$19.75 - $25.25/hr

Company Summary Priority Waste (www.prioritywaste.com), headquartered in Clinton Township, Michigan, provides waste hauling services. Our company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in ...

Priority Waste

Roll Off Driver

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$19.75 - $25.25/hr

Company Summary Priority Waste (www.prioritywaste.com), headquartered in Clinton Township, Michigan, provides waste hauling services. Our company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in ...

Priority Waste

$17.50 - $22/hr

Company Summary Priority Waste, headquartered in Clinton Township, MI, is a growth-oriented waste management company serving municipal solid waste and construction & demolition customers in Michigan ...

Priority Waste

Company Summary Priority Waste, headquartered in Clinton Township, MI, is a growth-oriented waste management company serving municipal solid waste and construction & demolition customers in Michigan ...

Priority Waste

Residential Driver

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

Founded in 2018, Priority Waste has expanded rapidly through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, operating out of multiple facilities across three states. Backed by TPG (Nasdaq: TPG), a ...

Priority Waste

Residential Driver

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

Company Summary Priority Waste (www.prioritywaste.com), headquartered in Clinton Township, Michigan, provides waste hauling services. Our company has experienced rapid growth since its founding in ...

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Do workers at Priority Waste get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
67% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Does Priority Waste pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
60% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

At Priority Waste, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
92% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from Priority Waste affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Priority Waste?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and August 2026.

Do workers at Priority Waste worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
100% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do Priority Waste workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
100% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Priority Waste?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
77% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do Priority Waste managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
83% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do jobs at Priority Waste spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
33% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Priority Waste?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
46% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is working at Priority Waste good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
50% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Priority Waste feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
75% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Priority Waste get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
90% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Priority Waste?

Most people feel stressed here.
69% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Priority Waste enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
88% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Priority Waste recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
46% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Priority Waste?

Most people got enough training when they started.
83% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Priority Waste?

Most people aren’t given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 70% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and August 2026.

Do people think Priority Waste’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
91% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Priority Waste is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
67% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

What are the most popular titles at Priority Waste?

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    Area Operations Manager

    Priority Waste

    Romulus, MI • On-site

    Other

    Posted 6 days ago

    Priority Waste rating

    7.5

    Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

    Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

    27th of 91 rated recycling and waste

    Job description

    Company Summary
    Priority Waste, headquartered in Clinton Township, MI, is a growth-oriented waste management company serving municipal solid waste and construction & demolition customers in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. Founded in 2018, Priority Waste has expanded rapidly through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, operating out of multiple facilities across three states. Backed by TPG (Nasdaq: TPG), a leading global private equity firm with approximately $246 billion in assets under management, Priority Waste is committed to delivering outstanding customer service. We are building a best-in-class finance organization to support our continued growth.
    Job Purpose
    The Area Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and supporting Priority Waste locations within our Wayne County territory. This position provides operational leadership to ensure consistent performance across locations, with a focus on safety, productivity, customer service, employee development, compliance, and cost control. The Area Operations Manager works closely with local site leadership to drive results, resolve operational challenges, and ensure Priority Waste standards are consistently met.
    Duties and Responsibilities
    Duties include but are not limited to:
    • Oversee and direct operations across multiple Priority Waste locations.
    • Lead, coach, and hold Operations Managers and site leadership accountable for performance.
    • Drive consistent processes, productivity, service quality, and operational standards across all assigned locations.
    • Monitor labor, time and attendance, overtime, staffing, and overall operating costs.
    • Partner with Maintenance to ensure fleet availability, repairs, and preventative maintenance are addressed.
    • Partner with HR on recruiting, hiring, retention, employee relations, and workforce planning.
    • Work closely with Safety to ensure safe work practices and DOT compliance.
    • Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations and permit requirements.
    • Monitor customer service and resolve escalated operational or customer issues.
    • Review operational and financial performance, including P&L, KPIs, productivity, and cost control.
    • Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices across locations.
    • Support new business start-ups, integrations, and other operational initiatives as needed.

    The successful candidate profile includes:
    • 5+ years of progressive operations management experience; waste, transportation, or logistics experience preferred.
    • Multi-site or regional operations leadership experience preferred.
    • Proven ability to lead and develop Operations Managers and frontline teams.
    • Experience with P&L, budgeting, labor management, and operational KPIs.
    • Strong knowledge of safety, DOT, and regulatory compliance.
    • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple locations, priorities, and teams effectively.
    • Willingness to travel between assigned locations.
    • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.

    At Priority Waste, there are fundamental qualities that we look for in all our employees:
    • People who excel in a collaborative environment (team players)
    • A willingness to do whatever the situation calls for
    • An excitement to be part of a growing organization
    • A genuine understanding that the quality of your work has a direct impact on the company's success

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