Job Description

Operations Manager / Plant Manager – Waste & Recycling

Location: Pacific Northwest (WA, OR)

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: Starting at $150,000+ annually B

enefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k) Match, PTO, Bonus Eligibility

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager / Plant Manager to lead daily operations at a waste, recycling, transfer, or materials recovery facility (MRF) in the Pacific Northwest. This role is responsible for safety, operational performance, regulatory compliance, team leadership, and financial results.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day facility operations and personnel.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
• Lead and develop supervisors and frontline employees.
• Monitor productivity, budgets, and operational KPIs.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost controls.
• Maintain strong customer and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in waste, recycling, manufacturing, logistics, transportation, or industrial operations.
• Strong background in safety, operations management, and team leadership.
• Experience managing budgets and performance metrics.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting Salary: $150,000+
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• Full Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to Sydnie at sydnie.cross@gogpac.com. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.