Recycling Plant Manager III

WM; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

WM is seeking a senior operations leader to manage the day-to-day operations of a Material Recovery Facility (MRF). The role emphasizes safety, cost control, and operational excellence, with responsibilities spanning gatehouse, sorting, loading, and community liaison activities.

The position requires substantial leadership experience in manufacturing, with a focus on reducing turnaround times and driving continuous improvements while maintaining WM’s Mission to Zero standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, military, or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience
• 7 to 10 years of relevant work experience (in addition to the education requirement)
• Leadership experience in a manufacturing or similar environment (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the MRF site (gatehouse, sorting, loading)
• Control costs and analyze data vs. year-to-date and prior year budgets
• Improve turnaround times for trucks entering/exiting the site
• Lead and develop site personnel; coaching, training, and performance reviews
• Ensure adherence to WM’s Mission to Zero safety standards and regulations
• Prepare and present periodic safety meetings and reports
• Maintain facility cleanliness and preventive maintenance programs
• Coordinate community relations as needed

Skills

Leadership

Operations

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

High School Diploma or GED + 4 years experience

Job description

I. Job SummaryEnsures 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.

• 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 WM’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. Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, military, or similar area of study, or in lieu of degree,
• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and 4 years of relevant work experience
• 7 years Seven (7) to ten (10) years previous experience (in addition to the education requirement)
• Preferred Qualifications
• Leadership experience in a manufacturing or similar environment

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

• Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.