Operations Manager (Tire Recycling)

K&S Tire Recycling; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accrued sick/vacation time

Job summary

K&S Tire Recycling seeks a hands-on, bilingual Operations Manager to optimize processes, oversee quality control, and ensure efficient, compliant tire recycling operations in the Chicago area.

You will lead field teams, monitor KPIs, manage fleet and safety programs, and collaborate with leadership to drive growth while maintaining OSHA and environmental compliance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in an operations management role (tire recycling, waste management, manufacturing, or related)
• Bilingual English & Spanish required, able to communicate with employees, vendors and clients
• Hands-on leadership, field presence, direct supervision
• Strong knowledge of tire recycling processes, collection, shredding, separation, compliance
• Excellent problem-solving, able to implement efficiency improvements
• Familiarity with OSHA, environmental laws, and safety standards
• Ability to manage operational expenses while maintaining quality and efficiency
• Clear, effective communication with team members, leadership and external partners

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to ensure a smooth and efficient recycling process
• Implement and maintain quality control measures for tire processing and material output
• Supervise and train employees to improve productivity and enforce safety protocols
• Ensure regulatory compliance with environmental and safety laws
• Manage fleet operations and schedule maintenance
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste
• Collaborate with leadership to develop strategic goals for business growth
• Monitor KPIs and adjust operations to meet objectives

Skills

Bilingual (English & Spanish)

Hands-On Leadership

Industry Knowledge

Problem-Solving

Safety & Compliance

Budget & Cost Control

Strong Communication

Job description

Description

K&S Tire Recycling is seeking a hands-on, bilingual Operations Manager with experience in the tire recycling industry or a related field. This role requires a strong leader who can optimize processes, oversee quality control, and ensure operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years in an operations management role, specifically in tire recycling, waste management, manufacturing, or a related industry.

Requirements:

• Bilingual (English & Spanish) Required – Must be able to communicate effectively with employees, vendors, and clients.

• Hands-On Leadership: Ability to work in the field, supervise employees directly, and be involved in day-to-day operations.

• Industry Knowledge: Strong understanding of tire recycling processes, including collection, shredding, material separation, and compliance.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot operational challenges and implement efficiency improvements.

• Safety & Compliance: Familiarity with OSHA regulations, environmental laws, and industry safety standards.
• Budget & Cost Control: Ability to manage operational expenses while maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with team members, leadership, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations to ensure a smooth and efficient recycling process.

• Implement and maintain quality control measures for tire processing and material output.

• Supervise and train employees to improve productivity and enforce safety protocols.

• Ensure regulatory compliance with all environmental and safety laws.

• Manage fleet operations, including schedule maintenance.

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

• Work closely with leadership to develop strategic goals for business growth.

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and make necessary adjustments to meet objectives.

Benefits

We offer accrued sick/vacation time.

Compensation $75,000-100,000