3rd Shift Equipment Operator

LJP Waste Solutions, LLC

Avalon (MN)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 39,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

STD

LTD

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

LJP Waste Solutions is seeking a reliable 3rd Shift Supervisor to oversee evening operations in North Mankato, MN. You will coordinate waste processing, safety compliance, and a coordinated team effort to meet production goals.

Lead a shift, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement while upholding safety standards. The role emphasizes strong leadership, hands-on supervision of heavy equipment, and the ability to train and develop team members on evenings and weekends as required.

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
Experience operating or supervising heavy equipment including forklifts, skid loaders, or front-end loaders.
Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to learn and retain plant processes, operational procedures, and team responsibilities.
Availability to work evenings, overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts as needed.
Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the 3rd shift team by setting clear expectations and supporting daily operational goals.
Foster a positive, teamwork-focused work environment through communication, coaching, and problem-solving.
Address operational or personnel concerns promptly and professionally.
Support employee development and accountability throughout the shift.
Enforce OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
Conduct routine safety checks and ensure compliance with operational procedures.
Lead safety meetings and identify potential workplace hazards.
Implement corrective actions to reduce risk and improve workplace safety.
Oversee waste processing, sorting, and transportation activities to ensure operational efficiency.
Coordinate with supervisors, operators, drivers, and maintenance personnel to maintain continuity across shifts.
Optimize workflow, equipment usage, and staffing resources to support production goals.
Ensure loaders, forklifts, balers, and other equipment are operated safely and correctly.
Conduct routine equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly.
Coordinate maintenance support to minimize downtime and operational disruptions.
Provide training and guidance to new and existing team members.
Reinforce safety standards, best practices, and operational expectations.
Support workforce development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor productivity, operational performance, and incident reporting.
Provide shift summaries and communicate operational updates to management.
Identify areas for improvement and recommend operational efficiencies.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklifts

Skid loaders

Front-end loaders

Job description

Location 2160 Ringhofer Drive,North Mankato, MN, 56003,United States
Base Pay $26.00 - $28.00 / Hour
Average Bonus $2,000.00
Employee Type Non-Exempt
Required Degree High school
Manage Others No

Contact information

Description

Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to drive change? LJP Waste Solutions is a zero-landfill environmental services company on a mission to revolutionize the waste industry through innovative recycling, waste-to-energy solutions, and sustainable environmental practices, and we want YOU to be a part of it.

Why Join Us?

Since 1993, LJP has helped large manufacturing companies achieve their sustainability goals by providing innovative commercial waste and recycling solutions. Through our waste evaluations, recycling processes, and waste-to-energy programs, we help customers reduce landfill waste, recover valuable resources, and convert non-recyclable materials into clean fuel.

Our team is committed to environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and creating long-term value for the customers and communities we serve. At LJP, team members play a vital role in supporting a cleaner, more sustainable future while working in a culture built on safety, teamwork, accountability, and growth.

Description

LJP Waste Solutions is seeking a reliable and dedicated 3rd Shift Supervisor to oversee evening operations and support efficient waste processing, sorting, and transportation activities.

This role is responsible for coordinating workflow, enforcing safety standards, monitoring production operations, and leading a team to meet productivity and operational goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, operational awareness, and the ability to support a fast-paced industrial environment while maintaining a strong focus on safety and teamwork.

Job Responsibilities

Lead and supervise the 3rd shift team by setting clear expectations and supporting daily operational goals
Foster a positive, teamwork-focused work environment through communication, coaching, and problem-solving
Address operational or personnel concerns promptly and professionally
Support employee development and accountability throughout the shift

Safety & Compliance Management

Enforce OSHA regulations and company safety policies
Conduct routine safety checks and ensure compliance with operational procedures
Lead safety meetings and identify potential workplace hazards
Implement corrective actions to reduce risk and improve workplace safety

Operations Coordination

Oversee waste processing, sorting, and transportation activities to ensure operational efficiency
Coordinate with supervisors, operators, drivers, and maintenance personnel to maintain continuity across shifts
Optimize workflow, equipment usage, and staffing resources to support production goals

Equipment Monitoring & Maintenance

Ensure loaders, forklifts, balers, and other equipment are operated safely and correctly
Conduct routine equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly
Coordinate maintenance support to minimize downtime and operational disruptions

Training & Development

Provide training and guidance to new and existing team members
Reinforce safety standards, best practices, and operational expectations
Support workforce development and continuous improvement initiatives

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

Monitor productivity, operational performance, and incident reporting
Provide shift summaries and communicate operational updates to management
Identify areas for improvement and recommend operational efficiencies

Requirements

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience
Experience operating or supervising heavy equipment including forklifts, skid loaders, or front-end loaders
Demonstrated basic mechanical aptitude
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to learn and retain plant processes, operational procedures, and team responsibilities
Availability to work evenings, overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts as needed
Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in waste management, recycling, logistics, manufacturing, or environmental services industries
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Experience leading teams in high-volume industrial or production environments

Summary