[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Waste Management jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Waste Management · Cleveland, OH # Recycling Plant Manager Cleveland, OH, United States Manager or lead Manufacturing & Production Listed on Waste Management’s official careers site. Posted September 24, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Waste Management’s careers site →](https://emcm.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_4001/job/2354167) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Waste Management](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/) / Recycling Plant Manager ## Job description 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 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 A. ### Required Qualifications Bachelor's Degree (accredited) in Industrial Engineering, or similar area of study or in lieu of degree High School Diploma or GED (accredited) 4 years of relevant work experience. 3 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirements). B. ### Preferred Qualifications Leadership experience in a plant/factory type setting. 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. ### Repetitive Motions Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Sitting Talking Hearing Office This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc. V. ### 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. If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 24, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 12, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: 25 days - Location: Cleveland, OH, United States[Apply on Waste Management’s careers site →](https://emcm.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_4001/job/2354167) ## More jobs at Waste Management ### [Industrial Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift $2500 Sign on Bonus](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/jobs/6db9c4197bc3ab30b51e/) Cleveland, OH, United States ### [Senior Industrial Maintenance Mechanic $2500 Sign on Bonus](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/jobs/613af14ccf9cc6ecf947/) Cleveland, OH, United States ### [Sorter MRF](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/jobs/66a5ba3260b15efb47e0/) Cleveland, OH, United States ### [Director - Wastewater Process Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/waste-management/jobs/47dca97c3863fd579739/) United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Recycling Sorter](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/republic-services/jobs/f5764d9765d7b699a5c8/) Republic Services · Scottsdale, Arizona ### [Recycling Representative Sales](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/republic-services/jobs/80e1493bc9f371bfbd18/) Republic Services · Hazelwood, Missouri ### [Distribution Center Recycling Support](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/fastenal/jobs/2d31474dd89ef57c57c6/) Fastenal · Winona, MN ### [Warehouse Recycling Processor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/best-buy/jobs/1ba1be365d41e2d67f4b/) Best Buy · Bellingham, Massachusetts ### [Warehouse Recycling Processor](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/best-buy/jobs/754c2df2023d6ac99ed1/) Best Buy · Ontario, California OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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