Material Recovery Facility Manager I

Waste Management; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic MRF Manager to oversee operations at their Pala facility. This role requires strong leadership and operational management skills to ensure efficiency and safety in waste processing. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing budgets and leading teams, contributing to a positive work environment while driving operational excellence. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and environmental solutions, where your expertise will help shape a better tomorrow.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Stock Purchase Plan

Pension Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Personal Days

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant work experience in operations management.
• Strong background in budget management and P&L responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the MRF facility.
• Oversee personnel needs, including hiring and training employees.
• Ensure compliance with environmental safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Operations Management

Budget Management

Coaching and Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of experience

Job description

WM is known for not only a great place to work and build a career, but also for building a better tomorrow one step at a time. If you have strong leadership skills, along with operations management experience, this might be the role for you.

This position will have oversight of our Pala Compost facility in Pala, CA. The MRF Manager analyzes workflow and assigns/schedules work to meet priorities and goals associated with Organics processing and program implementations. They will also effectively manage the day-to-day operations of the assigned facility.

We are seeking a candidate with a strong background in operations to include managing budgets and being responsible for the P&L. The MRF Manager will manage the workflow, payroll, transportation, loading, unloading, and handling of composting material. They will also be responsible for coaching, mentoring, training, and development up to 7 employees.

I. Job Summary
Ensures the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operations of the assigned MRF, and maintains cost management within the MRF.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

Ensures smooth operation of site, including: gatehouse, sorting, loading.

Minimizes handling and operational costs.

Continually works to reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of site.

Regularly proposes means of operational improvement.

Acts as a liaison, where necessary, for community relationships.

Complies with and ensures adherence to Waste Management's Mission to Zero standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.

Submits reasonable budget information and analyzes data versus year-to-date data and prior year budget.

Assists in creating a positive team-oriented environment through employee development and motivation.

Ensures the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property of the MRF through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with supervisors/employees.

Oversees personnel needs of the MRF including selecting, coaching, and training employees and evaluating employee performance. Provides input into termination, compensation, and promotion decisions.

Conducts and/or attends and contributes to periodic safety meetings.

Provides training and presentations as needed in a positive and professional manner.

Updates and submits required reports in a timely manner.

III. Supervisory Responsibilities
The highest level of supervisory skills required in this job is the management of supervisory employees. This includes:

Direct supervision of 3 full-time employees, including:

Indirect supervision of 4 full-time employees.

IV. Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Industrial Engineering, or similar area of study or in lieu of degree, High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and four (4) years of relevant work experience.

Experience: Seven (7) years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement).

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Other Requirements

None required.

C. Other Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required

None required.

V. Work Environment
Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) most of the work day;

Required to exert physical effort in handling objects less than 30 pounds rarely;

Required to be exposed to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely;

Required to be exposed to physical environment which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements rarely;

Normal setting for this job is: office setting.

The expected base pay range for this office/on-site position is $85,790 - $89,333. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive pay.

Benefits
At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Pension, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click “Apply.”

About Us

ABOUT WM WM (WM.com ) is North America’s largest comprehensive waste management environmental solutions provider. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them achieve their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post-consumer materials and is the leader in beneficial reuse of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most gas-to-electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes nearly 11,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy-duty natural gas truck fleet of its kind in North America – where more than half are fueled by renewable natural gas. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com .

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States:WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada:WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

About the Team

WM Leaders are a critical part of our People First culture. The proud, caring and resilient members of the WM family are the foundation for our success. We commit to taking care of each other, our customers, our communities and the environment. We are Leaders in Sustainability & Environmental Solutions.

WM is more than just managing waste. We're industry leaders helping people and organizations achieve their sustainability goals, and We Are Always Working for a Sustainable Tomorrow.

Job Info

• Job Identification 2332440
• Job Category Operations Management - District
• Posting Date 05/05/2025, 10:33 PM
• Apply Before 05/08/2025, 10:33 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 12802 CA-76, PALA, CA, 92059, US (On-site)