Dustin has been working with the Organics Recycling Facility since 2014. With over ten years at the facility, his previous roles include Assistant Manager, Lead Biomass Processing Technician, and Biomass Processing Technician. Dustin currently serves on the Minnesota Composting Council’s Board of Directors and holds a professional certification as a Certified Compost Operations Manager (CCOM). In his position, Dustin is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the facility, including compost operations, colored mulch production, off-site wood grinding, sales, and delivery of products. Dustin was instrumental in researching and planning the expansion of Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community’s composting operations. Prior to working with SMSC, Dustin served five years in the Marine Corps.

Erin Skelly joined the Organics Recycling Facility in 2017 as the Environmental Compliance Technician and is currently working as the facility’s Operations Manager. Erin holds a professional certification as a Certified Compost Operations Manager (CCOM) as well as a B.S. Degree in Environmental Science. In her role, she is responsible for managing the composting operations as well as overseeing the yard operations and compliance teams. Erin has in-depth experience monitoring all aspects of the composting process, inspecting and evaluating incoming material, working with haulers to reduce contamination, and ensuring high quality finished products. Erin has led the charge in implementing stricter contamination thresholds and improving overall product quality over the past several years. In her free time, Erin enjoys gardening, hiking, visiting national parks, and caring for her animals.

Jenny joined the Organics Recycling Facility in 2021 as the Office Coordinator and is currently the Customer Service and Accounting Supervisor. Jenny has 14 years of waste industry experience, a B.S. in Marketing, and an M.S. in Accounting (MSA). In her role, Jenny is responsible for customer service, facility accounting, scheduling deliveries, and overseeing the scale operations. Jenny’s favorite part of her job is the variety; no two days are the same! In her spare time Jenny enjoys spoiling her nieces, traveling—mostly to Vegas, and live music.