Materials Supervisor

Crystal Clean; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Career Development

Job summary

Crystal Clean is seeking a Materials Supervisor to oversee daily plant operations, lead a team of operators, and ensure safe, compliant processing. Responsibilities include coordinating workflow, inspecting equipment, and driving continuous improvement with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 3–5 years in chemical/industrial processing, leadership experience, and strong technical knowledge of plant utilities and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in an industrial or process-driven environment.
• Strong mechanical and mathematical reasoning abilities.
• Knowledge of rotating equipment, bulk liquid transfers, boilers, cooling towers, and process utilities.
• High attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; proficiency in MS Office; CMMS/SCADA familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Plant Operators and support staff to ensure safe, efficient work.
• Oversee daily plant operations, including process control, equipment monitoring, and compliance with procedures.
• Ensure inspections are performed and documented; follow Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures.
• Analyze operational data to identify inefficiencies and implement improvements.
• Maintain logs, reports, and 5S housekeeping standards across the facility.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical reasoning

Mathematical reasoning

Communication

MS Office

CMMS/SCADA familiarity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or technical degree in Industrial Technology, Process Operations, or related field

Job description

Crystal Clean (CC) is one of the nation’s leading privately held companies in the environmental waste services industry. We are seeking highly motivated, safety-oriented individuals with leadership capabilities and a strong work ethic to join our rapidly growing organization. Crystal Clean offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and meaningful opportunities for career advancement.

Purpose:

The Materials Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily plant operations and personnel to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient processing. This leadership role includes supervising operators, coordinating workflow, optimizing processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the Facility Manager in meeting production targets. The Supervisor must lead by example, promoting a strong safety culture while supporting continuous improvement and employee development.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight:

• Lead and supervise a team of Plant Operators and support staff to ensure all work is conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Operations Management

• Oversee daily plant operations, including process control, equipment monitoring, and compliance with all operating procedures.
• Ensure equipment inspections are performed and documented correctly.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities in alignment with production goals; ensure proper Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures are followed.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to all local, state, and federal environmental and safety regulations.
• Maintain compliance documentation.
• Identify and address any variances, equipment malfunctions, or environmental releases promptly and thoroughly.

Continuous Improvement

• Analyze operational data to identify process inefficiencies or opportunities for cost savings and improved output.
• Collaborate with the Facility Manager and engineering teams to implement operational improvements.
• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and documentation for process tracking and regulatory compliance.
• Drive housekeeping and 5S standards across the facility.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in an industrial or process-driven environment.
• Strong mechanical and mathematical reasoning abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of rotating equipment, bulk liquid transfers, boilers, cooling towers, and process utilities.
• High attention to detail and a proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with CMMS or SCADA systems a plus.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or technical degree in Industrial Technology, Process Operations, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in a chemical, environmental services, or industrial processing environment.
• 1+ year in a supervisory or lead operator capacity preferred.

Work Environment & PPE Requirements

• Must wear required PPE at all times, including steel toe boots, hard hat, safety glasses, and respirator when necessary.
• Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work in outdoor and industrial environments.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term Disability
• Life and Accident Insurance
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

Hourly pay range: $30.41-$39.22

Crystal Clean LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Crystal Clean expressly values diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourages the applications of individuals from diverse backgrounds, so that Crystal Clean reflects the communities and customers that we serve.