Supervisor

Job Summary

The Shift Supervisor oversees and coordinates the daily activities of employees operating equipment used to process recyclable materials, including screening, sorting, separating, and baling operations. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and productive operations while maintaining quality standards and meeting production goals.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor daily sorting, equipment operation, material processing, and packaging activities to ensure compliance with company standards and production requirements.
• Review production schedules and coordinate with management to plan and execute daily shift operations.
• Assign work responsibilities based on production priorities and provide guidance on the safe and efficient operation of equipment.
• Inspect machinery, equipment, and work areas to ensure safe operation and compliance with production and quality standards.
• Monitor production metrics and ensure daily operational goals are achieved.
• Prepare and maintain accurate production, attendance, and timekeeping records.
• Delegate tasks, monitor employee performance, and ensure work is completed according to established schedules.
• Promote and enforce all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental regulations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, workflow efficiency, and quality.
• Train, coach, and support employees to ensure safe work practices and operational excellence.
• Communicate operational issues, staffing needs, and production updates to management.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) is required.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience in manufacturing, recycling, industrial, or warehouse operations is preferred.
• A mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment-related issues are necessary.
• A strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices is essential.
• The ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment is important.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills are required.
• Basic computer skills, including the ability to complete production reports and timekeeping records, are needed.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly stand for extended periods.
• Use hands to handle, grasp, or operate tools and equipment.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Communicate effectively by talking and hearing.
• Occasionally walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Work Environment

• The work environment is primarily an industrial recycling facility.
• Employees are regularly exposed to moving mechanical equipment, dust, varying weather conditions, and high noise levels.
• Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times in accordance with company safety policies.

Benefits

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sims is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of all of our employees and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can contribute, advance on merit, and realize their full potential. Sims does not discriminate with regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, housing status, source of income, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Principles of Purpose

• Be Safe + Well
• Band Together
• Be Accountable + Transparent
• Consistently Innovate
• Inspire with Purpose
• Celebrate + Have Fun