Management

Born and raised on the east side of Milwaukee, Tony has been in the waste and recycling industry since 1991. Working as the Wisconsin major account representative for one of the largest waste and recycling companies in the United States, Browning Ferris Industries (BFI), Tony’s detailed understanding of the industry, along with his drive, determination and success led him to form his first waste and recycling brokerage firm, Waste Connection, Inc. in 1996.

After many years of building successful business relationships, it was time for Tony and Waste Connection, Inc. to take the next step in their journey. Seeing the need to expand beyond limited processing capabilities and being “just a broker”, Tony decided it was time to change the Waste Connection, Inc. business model by opening a fully-dedicated paper and plastic recycling operation. In 2011, RAM Recycling, Inc. was born in a modest 28,000 sf facility in Muskego. Through a lot of hard work and a little luck, Tony and the RAM Recycling team began seeing significant growth.

It wouldn’t be long before RAM Recycling, Inc. would be ready for a larger home. In early 2015, Tony and Ginger Duckert invested in RAM Recycling’s future by purchasing its new home in Oak Creek, WI. Coming in at a hefty 81,000 sf on a 6.5 acre site, RAM Recycling, Inc. is now poised to provide additional services and continued growth for years to come. Tony and the entire RAM Recycling team are fully committed to the businesses it serves and will always work hard to earn your trust and support.

Born and raised on a dairy farm in Lodi, Wisconsin, Ginger earned a degree in finance at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Prior to joining Tony at Waste Connection, Inc., Ginger was a partner at a private investment firm in Milwaukee, WI. Although she enjoyed working with clients and the challenge of the ever-changing markets, it was extremely important for her to support Tony in his growing business.

In 2004, Ginger left the investment firm and stepped in to her new role at Waste Connection, Inc. Wearing many hats, Ginger quickly learned all aspects of the business’ “back office” functions. Today, Ginger oversees many of RAM Recycling’s corporate functions such as accounting, payroll, human resources, corporate taxes, insurance and her favorite, the DOT regulations and compliance! To work alongside Ginger is to understand and appreciate her absolute passion for detail with numbers and her uncompromising values, ethics and integrity.

Dave’s business relationship and close friendship with Tony and Ginger began in 2005 while Dave was the assistant manager for a “not-for-profit recycler” in Waukesha that employed adult with disabilities. At the time, Waste Connection, Inc. was contracting with this agency to process its recyclable material. As Dave says “Waste Connection provided a great opportunity for people with disabilities to earn experience, gain self-respect as well as a paycheck”. For Dave, his position introduced him to the recycling industry where he quickly became knowledgeable in plant operations, maintenance and transportation.

After an unexpected closing of the Waukesha recycler in 2010, Dave accepted the General Manager position at RAM Recycling. Dave’s responsibilities include the daily oversight of RAM Recycling’s general plant operations, strategic production planning, H&S, environmental compliance and equipment purchases and maintenance. Dave’s low-key and steady management style has earned him the respect and loyalty of the entire RAM Recycling team. These attributes have proven him to be an invaluable asset to RAM Recycling.

Josh was born and raised in Franklin, WI. Knowing that college was not the path he wanted to pursue after high school, he started working full-time in the automobile industry. Josh worked his way up from lot attendant to changing oil to eventually becoming the parts manager. Growing tired of being in the office all day, Josh decided it was time for a career change. His love of driving and fascination with big rig trucks, inspired Josh to get his Class A license and hit the road! In 2017, Josh joined the RAM Recycling team as a full-time CDL driver. With Josh’s positive attitude, professionalism, and rock-solid dependability, he soon became an integral part of the RAM Recycling transportation department. Customer service was and still is #1 for Josh!

In 2021, RAM Recycling’s plant manager retired after many years of service. Tony and Ginger immediately thought of Josh to fill this position. Since accepting the position as Plant Manager, Under the tutelage of general manager Dave Lemanski, Josh has embraced and quickly learned all aspects of our business. His firm but fair management style, along with his willingness to help where needed has earned him the respect of his co-workers. You will often find Josh conducting employee training, driving a forklift, cutting paper rolls, or even sweeping the floor! Josh’s ever-growing knowledge of scrap paper and plant operations, along with is expertise in transportation, makes him a very valuable asset and team member.