Operations Supervisor

Coastal Waste & Recycling; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Referral Program

Career Growth & Leadership Development

Collaborative Team Environment

Job summary

Coastal Waste & Recycling is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead our frontline teams, including drivers, dispatchers and leads, while upholding safety, quality service and operational excellence.

You will own staffing, coach employees, conduct daily safety huddles, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure every route is completed safely and efficiently. This role offers growth opportunities and a fast-paced, team-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in transportation, logistics, waste management or similar.
• Passion for developing people and building high‑performing teams.
• Strong communication, coaching, and decision‑making skills.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Waste industry experience and CDL, bilingual skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing operations team.
• Own staffing by partnering with Talent/Path team to recruit, interview, hire, onboard, and retain top talent.
• Conduct daily crew-outs/crews-ins and safety huddles.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture through coaching and safety initiatives.
• Monitor route execution and make real-time decisions to maximize safety, efficiency, and service.

Skills

Leadership

Staffing & recruiting

Safety culture

Communication

Decision making

Team development

Tools

Trux

Workday

Job description

About Coastal Waste & Recycling

At Coastal Waste & Recycling, we're building more than a company, we're building a team. As one of the fastest-growing privately held waste and recycling companies in the Southeast, we're looking for people who take pride in their work, put safety first, and are ready to grow with us.

Lead People. Drive Results. Make an Impact.

Are you a leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys developing people, solving problems, and building high-performing teams? As a Operations Supervisor at Coastal Waste & Recycling, you'll play a vital role in leading our frontline operations while creating a culture centered on safety, teamwork, accountability, and exceptional customer service.

At Coastal, our Operations Supervisors do more than oversee routes—they build teams, develop future leaders, and ensure our customers receive reliable service every day.

Your Role

As a Operations Supervisor, you'll lead Drivers, Collection Specialists, Lead Drivers, Dispatchers, and other operational team members while overseeing the daily execution of collection operations. You'll own the staffing of your operation, coach and develop employees, promote a strong safety culture, and partner with leaders across the organization to ensure every route is completed safely and efficiently.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing operations team while creating an engaged and accountable workplace.
• Own the staffing of your operation by partnering with the Career Path team to recruit, interview, hire, onboard, and retain top talent.
• Conduct daily crew-outs, crew-ins, and safety huddles to prepare employees for a safe and successful day.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture through coaching, observations, ride-alongs, and ongoing safety initiatives.
• Monitor route execution and make real-time operational decisions to maximize safety, efficiency, and customer service.
• Partner with fellow Operations Supervisors to balance workloads, share resources, and support one another in achieving daily operational goals.
• Coach employees through performance feedback, recognition, and ongoing development while identifying and preparing future leaders.
• Partner with Customer Experience, Dispatch, Fleet Maintenance, Career Path, and other departments to ensure seamless daily operations.
• Resolve operational challenges, customer concerns, and service issues while maintaining a solutions-focused mindset.
• At Coastal, we win as a team. Our Operations Supervisors lead by example and do whatever is necessary to ensure every route is completed safely and our customers receive exceptional service.

What You'll Bring

• Leadership experience in transportation, logistics, waste management, recycling, environmental services, construction, manufacturing, mining, aggregates, or another operational environment.
• Passion for developing people and building high-performing teams.
• Strong communication, coaching, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and customer service.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Waste industry experience, CDL, bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Creole), and experience with Trux or Workday are a plus.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Employee Referral Program
• Career Growth & Leadership Development Opportunities
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on your team, your community, and the future of Coastal Waste & Recycling.

Coastal Waste & Recycling is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.