Richard Kish
Monroe Township
Summary
Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Los Angeles County Sanitation District, excelling in project management and quality assurance. Skilled in relationship building and strategic planning, I implemented effective safety protocols and quality control measures, ensuring high standards and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Los Angeles County Sanitation District
12.2014 - 02.2025
- Resolved conflicts efficiently among team members, fostering a positive work environment that contributed to successful outcomes.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Communicated effectively with upper management throughout each stage of the project for transparency regarding progress updates as well as addressing any concerns raised promptly.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee wellbeing.
- Maintained safety onsite and upheld all OSHA regulations by [Action].
- Established effective quality control measures for consistent delivery of high-quality compost product.
- Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.
- Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
- Managed 13 workers.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain fiscal responsibility.
Operations Manager
Peninsula Compost
03.2011 - 09.2014
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Utilized the GORE Compost Technology.
- Composted Food and Yard Waste.
- Accepted over 700 tons per day.
Operations Manager
McGill Compost
12.2006 - 02.2011
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
Education
Associate of Science - Journalism
Ocean County College
Toms River, NJSkills
- Relationship building and management
- Project coordination
- Project management
- Quality assurance
- Quality standards
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Key decision making
- Training oversight
- Staff management
- Site safety management
- Material procurement
- Scheduling coordination
- Environmental awareness
- Recruitment and hiring
Timeline
Superintendent
Los Angeles County Sanitation District
12.2014 - 02.2025
Operations Manager
Peninsula Compost
03.2011 - 09.2014
Operations Manager
McGill Compost
12.2006 - 02.2011
Associate of Science - Journalism
Ocean County College
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