Recycling Plant Manager
Bluebix Solutions · Colton, CA
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A management production role at Bluebix Solutions (industrial) in Colton, CA. Lead, coach, and develop production, maintenance, and warehouse personnel.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Root cause, EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Engineer roles in California: typical posted base $122k–$177k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 111 production engineer openings in California, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 110 other live production postings in California.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Typical $120k–$174k, from 31 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- New product launch 37%
- ✓ Lean 30%
- ✓ Root cause 27%
- Automation 24%
- Python 22%
- ✓ Team leadership 22%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Cost reduction, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from Bluebix SolutionsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
Manage all day-to-day plant operations to ensure safe, efficient, and productive performance.
Lead, coach, and develop production, maintenance, and warehouse personnel.
Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet operational goals and customer requirements.
Monitor plant performance metrics, including throughput, productivity, downtime, recovery rates, and quality standards.
Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency and reduce costs.
Ensure compliance with all environmental, health, safety (EHS), and regulatory requirements.
Oversee preventive maintenance programs and ensure equipment reliability.
Coordinate inbound and outbound material logistics with internal teams and external vendors.
Maintain inventory accuracy and optimize material flow throughout the facility.
Develop and manage operating budgets while controlling labor and production costs.
Resolve operational issues quickly to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
Collaborate with senior leadership to improve plant performance and achieve business objectives.
Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of plant management, operations management, or production management experience in recycling, manufacturing, industrial processing, waste management, plastics, or material handling.
Proven leadership experience managing production and operations teams.
Strong knowledge of production planning, quality control, lean manufacturing, and process improvement.
Experience with plant performance metrics (KPIs), productivity analysis, and cost reduction initiatives.
Solid understanding of OSHA, environmental regulations, and industrial safety standards.
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong communication and leadership abilities.
Experience with ERP systems, production management software, and Microsoft Office.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, Manufacturing, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience will also be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing recycling, plastics processing, waste management, or material recovery facilities.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies.
Experience with preventive maintenance programs and equipment reliability.
Demonstrated ability to improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and increase production output.
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Job Title: Recycling Plant Manager
Location: Colton, CA
Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site
About the Job
We are seeking an experienced Recycling Plant Manager to oversee the daily operations of a recycling and material processing facility. This leadership role is responsible for managing plant operations, supervising production teams, ensuring workplace safety, optimizing processing efficiency, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, recycling, industrial operations, or material processing with proven experience leading plant personnel and improving operational performance.
Key Skills
Plant Operations
Recycling Operations
Manufacturing
Production Management
Operations Management
Industrial Management
Process Improvement
Lean Manufacturing
Continuous Improvement
Quality Control
Production Planning
Material Handling
Inventory Management
Warehouse Operations
Logistics Coordination
Safety Compliance
OSHA
Environmental Compliance
Budget Management
KPI Reporting
Cost Reduction
Equipment Maintenance
Team Leadership
Staff Development
ERP Systems
Microsoft Office
Root Cause Analysis
Problem Solving
Performance Management
Waste Management
Plastic Processing