Job Opportunity: General Manager

We are seeking a high-caliber, results-driven General Manager to lead our recycling operations to the next level. As the senior leader on-site, you will be responsible for the overall success of the facility—balancing operational excellence, financial performance, and team leadership.

This is a role for a strategic thinker who isn't afraid to be hands-on. You will oversee daily logistics, manage a diverse team, and work closely with the ownership to execute growth strategies in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Direct all daily depot activities, ensuring maximum throughput, sorting accuracy, and strict adherence to provincial recycling standards.

• Team Performance & Culture: Recruit, train, and mentor a team of Supervisors and Operations Associates. You are responsible for scheduling, performance reviews, and fostering a culture of accountability and safety.

• Compliance & Safety: Ensure the depot remains in full compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, maintaining a pristine and organized facility.

Qualifications

• Proven Leadership: 3+ years of management experience, preferably in logistics, manufacturing, retail, or high-volume operations.

• Business Acumen: Strong understanding of HR management, labour optimization, and operational efficiency.

• Systems Proficiency: Comfortable using technology and data (such as advanced spreadsheets or management software) to track performance and automate reporting.

• Problem Solver: Ability to think on your feet and resolve equipment, staffing, or logistical challenges in real-time.

• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate a diverse workforce and report effectively to ownership.

Why Lead Our Team?

• Ownership & Autonomy: You will have the authority to shape operations and make a tangible impact on the business’s bottom line.

• Sustainability Leadership: Head an organization that is at the forefront of British Columbia’s circular economy.

• Competitive Growth: Join a business that is actively evolving and competing at the highest level in the industry.

Are you ready to take the helm of a fast-growing operations hub? Apply now.

Job Opportunity: Operations Associate (Bottle Sorter - 3 positions)

As an Operations Associate, you will be responsible for the rapid sorting and processing of recyclable materials. You will work directly under the guidance of our Supervisors and the General Manager to meet daily production goals and maintain a clean, organized facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Sorting: Efficiently identify and categorize various beverage containers by material, size, and brand.

• Quality Control: Ensure all materials meet processing standards and are free of contaminants.

• Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with Supervisors to manage workflow during peak hours.

• Inventory Prep: Securely pack and palletize sorted materials for transport.

• Safety & Maintenance: Maintain a safe, tidy workspace and follow all provincial handling protocols.

What You Bring to the Team

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stay on your feet and perform repetitive lifting/moving in a physical environment.

• Speed & Accuracy: A knack for working quickly while maintaining attention to detail.

• Dependability: A strong work ethic and a "show up and crush it" attitude.

• Positive Energy: A team-player mindset and a professional demeanour when interacting with staff and management.

Why Join Us?

• Direct Impact: Play a vital role in local sustainability and waste reduction.

• Dynamic Environment: No two days are the same, and the shift goes by fast.

• Growth Potential: We value hard work and offer opportunities to learn more about logistics and facility operations.

Ready to get started? Apply today to join our operations team!

Get Every Cent Back: Full 10¢ Refunds on ALL Beer & Beverage Containers – Your Way!

At Mission Bottle & Return-It Centre, we believe recycling should be rewarding, convenient, and put cash back in your pocket. Forget complicated rules or partial refunds – we're your local solution for getting full 10-cent refunds on every single beverage container, including all your beer cans, beer bottles, plastic, glass, and cartons!

We understand everyone recycles a little differently, which is why we offer two fantastic options to get your deposits back, designed with your convenience in mind:

Option 1: Instant Cash Back at Our Sorting Tables

Love the feeling of instant cash? Many of our customers enjoy sorting their empties right at our friendly counter. Our dedicated sorting tables make the process quick and easy, and you'll walk away with immediate cash in hand for all your eligible containers. It's the perfect choice if you prefer a direct, on-the-spot refund.

Option 2: Ultimate Convenience with Return-It Express

For those who crave speed and simplicity, our Return-It Express program is your go-to. Skip the sorting and the lines! Simply create an online account (if you haven't already), print your labels using our kiosk, put labels on your bags, and drop them off. We'll handle all the sorting, and your full 10-cent refund will be credited directly to your Return-It account. It's the ideal solution for busy individuals, families, and community groups who want a hassle-free way to recycle.

Why Choose Mission Bottle & Return-It Centre?

We're proud to be your locally owned and operated recycling hub in Mission. Our commitment is to make recycling as simple, rewarding, and convenient as possible for our community. Whether you're returning a few beer cans or a truckload of mixed beverage containers, you'll always receive your full deposit back, every time.

Ready to get your full refunds? Visit Mission Bottle & Return-It Centre today! We're here to help you get every cent back on your empties, your way.

Reopening date and business hours

We truly hope that all of you and your families are staying safe and healthy during this challenging time.

We have been listening to our customers' concerns around reopening our facility and we have great news for everyone!

We will be reopening our business on April 13th.

During the COVID-19, we will adjust our business hours to Mon to Sat: 9:30am-3:30pm Sun: Closed

Upon our re-opening, we will be implementing a few guidelines and suggestions for all of our customers such as social distancing, volume control, and hygiene to keep you safe.

Guidelines and suggestions:

• Use Return-It Express if you could.

• Expect delayed payment for your Return-It Express as we will keep your bags for at least 3 days before start working on them.

• Maintain social distancing. Maintain at least 2-meter distance between yourself and others

• Wash your hands frequently. Clean your hands after returning your containers and do not touch your face.

• Practice respiratory hygiene. Cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze.

Please stay safe and healthy and see you soon.

Important updates regarding COVID-19

We hope all of you and your families are staying safe and healthy. We’re hearing News related to COVID-19 every day and it seems like it will not get better any time soon. However, our province is working really hard to get through this and we have decided to contribute to their effort by joining other retailers to temporary close our facilities until further notice.

Temporary closure

As of Sunday, March 29th, we will be closing our location for at least one(1) week. We will be monitoring the situation closely and we will open again ASAP.

Please join us to fight against the COVID-19

We’re taking this situation very seriously and everyone’s health is very important to us and we are adapting some of the precautionary measures to keep everyone safe and healthy.

Here are a few action items we are taking:

• We will be closing our facility until further notice.

• Once we open again, please maintain social distancing at least 2-meter distance between yourself and others

• Wash your hands frequently. Clean your hands after returning your containers and do not touch your face.

• Practice respiratory hygiene. Cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze.

Turn your empties into a new set of wheels.

Recycle your beverage containers and enter to win an eco-friendly ride.

The annual Return-It to Win-ItTM Contest is back! Return your empty beverage containers from now until September 2, 2013 and enter to win one of three amazing prizes.

Contest Dates: 

May 1 – September 2, 2013​

Prizing:

Grand Prize - 2013 Smart Car Fortwo Coupe (Valued at $17,000)

• 5 speed automatic

• Power windows

• Power locks

• Remote entry

• CD player

Second Prize – Two Vespa S50 Scooters (Valued at $9,000)

• Up to 95 MPG

• No special license required

• Retro stylish and trendy

Third Prize – 2 Norco Mountain Bikes plus (1) $100 gift card to Canadian Tire to purchase helmets.​

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Legal Disclaimer: No purchase necessary. Open only to BC residents age 19 or over. Limited one entry per person and per household per day. Contest closes September 2, 2013. For full contest details, visit return-it.ca.

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We have moved to a new location!

We, Mission Return-It Depot formerly known as Mission Bottle Depot have moved to a bigger and nicer place... just across the street.

Our new address is:

7233 Park Street
Mission, B.C., V2V 6J9, Canada

 

​With our bigger and better facility, we hope our customers can enjoy recycling experience with us even more. Even though we have moved to a new location, our commitment to our customers is still the same: both professional and personal. Please visit us and let us know how you like our new location! See you soon. For more details, please visit our contact us page.