Frontline MRF Shift Supervisor - Safety & Growth

MUNICIPAL WASTE SOLUTIONS LLC; Hampden (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Great workplace culture

Job summary

Municipal Waste Solutions LLC in Hampden, Maine is seeking an experienced Shift Operations Supervisor for our Materials Recovery Facility. This hands‑on role supervises the MRF operations during the assigned shift, leading from the floor and ensuring safe, efficient production and material flow.

You will direct employees and equipment, monitor throughput and downtime, coordinate tipping, sorting and loading activities, and collaborate with Maintenance to minimize downtime.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of recycling, MRF, solid waste, transfer station, or related industrial experience.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Heavy equipment operating experience.
• Strong understanding of industrial safety and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to lead, coach, and hold employees accountable.
• Experience with automated recycling systems, balers, optical sorters, Lean/5S, or continuous improvement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily MRF operations with safety as the first priority.
• Direct employees, equipment, and material flow throughout the shift.
• Monitor production, throughput, downtime, quality, and equipment availability.
• Coordinate tipping floor, sorting, baling, material handling, and loading activities.
• Operate front‑end loaders, material handlers, forklifts, skid steers, balers, and other equipment when qualified and needed.
• Provide operator coverage during breaks, vacations, and absences.
• Work closely with Maintenance to minimize equipment downtime.
• Lead daily safety and production meetings.
• Maintain strong housekeeping
• Coach, train, and cross‑train employees.
• Develop operators, Line Leads, and future supervisors.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Heavy equipment operation

Industrial safety

Problem solving

Communication skills

Flexible hours

Lean/5S

Automated recycling

Job description

Municipal Waste Solutions LLC in Hampden, Maine is seeking an experienced Shift Operations Supervisor for our Materials Recovery Facility. This hands‑on role supervises the MRF operations during the assigned shift, leading from the floor and ensuring safe, efficient production and material flow.

You will direct employees and equipment, monitor throughput and downtime, coordinate tipping, sorting and loading activities, and collaborate with Maintenance to minimize downtime.