Senior Recycling Plant Ops Leader - 401(k) & Stock Plan

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

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.