Plant Supervisor: Recycling Operations & Safety

Confidentiel; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidentiel in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Plant Supervisor to lead operators and production staff on the recycling plant floor. You will ensure safety, meet production, quality, and shipping targets, and report to the General Manager.

This hands-on leader enforces OSHA standards, trains new hires and contract staff, and serves as the first point of contact for crew questions. Strong organizational skills and safety commitment are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, recycling, or industrial plant environments, including lead or supervisory experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to communicate clearly with crew members, leadership, and drivers.
• Able to complete production reports and records accurately.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory and industry-specific software.
• Commitment to safety and leading by example on the plant floor.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assign daily work for operators and production staff to meet the production schedule.
• Monitor production output, quality, and equipment performance; correct issues or escalate to the GM.
• Support inventory counts, production records, and shipping/receiving activities.
• Coordinate with Service Manager and Transportation to unload/load trailers and service customers on time.
• Perform hands-on work including operating equipment as needed.
• Track shift production, downtime, and labor hours and report results to the GM.
• Identify waste; bottlenecks and equipment issues; recommend improvements.
• Coordinate with maintenance on repairs and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Basic computer skills

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Confidentiel in Baltimore, MD is seeking a Plant Supervisor to lead operators and production staff on the recycling plant floor. You will ensure safety, meet production, quality, and shipping targets, and report to the General Manager.

This hands-on leader enforces OSHA standards, trains new hires and contract staff, and serves as the first point of contact for crew questions. Strong organizational skills and safety commitment are essential.