Lab Pack Operations Supervisor

WM; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WM seeks an on-site coordinator to manage waste transportation and related services at a client location in Lafayette, IN. You will oversee onsite personnel, ensure safety standards, and serve as liaison between client and vendors, maintaining regulatory compliance across federal, state, and local rules.

You will coordinate shifts, operate equipment, and uphold high safety and service levels while facilitating effective communication with suppliers and clients.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in environmental sciences, accounting, business or related field.
• High school diploma or GED with two years of relevant experience.
• 2 years of relevant work experience in addition to education.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain Class B CDL and Medical Card within 90 days.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public.
• Ability to pass a respirator FIT test and be clean shaven.
• HAZWOPER within 40 hours preferred if managing hazardous waste (WM provided).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for transportation of waste from client site, including scheduling, manifesting, tracking and loading.
• Responsible for safe sorting and baling of materials.
• Manage hourly personnel including hiring, performance reviews and disciplinary action.
• Coordinate shift assignments to ensure adequate coverage.
• Maintain and exceed customer expectations.
• Operate site equipment such as forklifts and balers.
• Promote safety by ensuring staff are trained and compliant with regulations.

Skills

Forklift certification

CDL Class B

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Records keeping

Team supervision

Education

Associate's Degree (accredited) in Environmental Sciences, Accounting, Business or related field

High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

Job description

I. Job Summary

Coordinates all onsite activities at client location in relation to the storage, transportation and disposal of waste and other related services following federal, state and local regulations. Manages and plans activities of onsite personnel. Serves as liaison between client and vendors in relation to service issues. Maintains pre-established standards for safety and environmental issues.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for transportation of waste from client site including scheduling, manifesting, tracking and loading materials.

• Responsible for safe sorting and baling of materials

• Manage hourly personnel including but not limited to hiring, performance reviews and disciplinary action.

• Coordinate shift assignments to ensure adequate coverage

• Maintains and exceeds customer expectations

• Required to operate site specific equipment (forklifts, baler, etc.).

• Promote culture of safety by ensuring site personnel are properly trained to perform assigned duties and comply with safety, environmental, federal, state and local regulations.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (accredited) in Environmental Sciences, Accounting, Business or related field

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited) and two years of relevant experience

• 2 years of relevant work experience (in addition to education requirement)

• Forklift certification or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment

• Valid Drivers License

• Ability to obtain a Class B CDL and Medical Card within 90 days of hire is required

• Ability to read, write, and speak English well enough to interact with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to official questions, and complete records or reports.

• Ability to pass a respirator FIT test & be clean shaven

B. Preferred Qualifications

• 40 Hour Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) will be required if project site responsibilities includes the management of hazardous waste. Ability to obtain (WM Provided)

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Crawling

• Hearing

• Standing

• Walking

• Lifting

• Carrying

• Pushing

• Pulling

• Climbing

• Balancing

• Stooping

• Kneeling

• Crouching

• Reaching

• Handling

• Grasping

• Feeling

• Repetitive Motions

• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

V. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran