Recycling Supervisor
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Recycling Operations Supervisor
Job Summary
Oversee and manage daily activities of the Recycling staff, including mixed waste sorting, plastic sorting, glass sorting, pig food sorting, and baling. Ensure efficient operations, quality control, safety compliance, and continuous process improvement. This role requires strong leadership, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration with engineering and logistics teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily recycling operations: mixed waste sorting, plastic, glass, pig food sorting, and baling.
- Manage staff planning, attendance, and performance.
- Implement quality control measures to ensure sorted materials meet company and regulatory standards.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Monitor and optimize sorting processes to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Coordinate scheduling and utilization of forklifts to support recycling operations.
- Maintain accurate records of sorted materials, equipment usage, and staff performance.
- Enforce health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
- Prepare and submit weekly reports on performance and other OKR metrics.
- Post petty cash requests and follow up on approval and payment.
- Manage inventory levels of materials and coordinate with logistics team for timely removal and transport.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits of equipment.
- Prepare and submit regular reports on plant operations, including productivity, efficiency, and OEE metrics.
- Implement process control systems.
- Work with the engineering team for new equipment design and installation.
- Perform data analysis and reporting to support decision-making and process enhancements.
- Conduct market research on possibilities with existing and new machinery.
- Propose new ideas for recycling untapped material flows within the company and market.
Minimum Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or processing environment.
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