Waste Operations Supervisor - Safety & Team Lead

Republic Services; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision plans

Retirement plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee a shift of waste handling activities, ensure safety, and train team members. The role involves supervising personnel, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining compliance with hazardous waste management standards.

The position requires experience in waste processing and safety procedures, with hands-on oversight of project tasks and emergency response activities as needed.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience.
• Knowledge of hazardous waste management.
• Ability to supervise and train personnel.

Responsibilities

• Supervises operations personnel and coordinate with vendors and transporters.
• Ensures safe handling, storage, and processing of waste.
• Directs off-loading operations and batch clearance approvals.
• Trains personnel and participates in emergency response activities.
• Interviews, hires, and trains employees; plans and directs work.

Skills

Safety procedures

Supervisory experience

Waste handling

Training & development

Communication

Education

3-5 years experience

Tools

RCRA waste knowledge

Documentation & manifests

Job description

Republic Services is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee a shift of waste handling activities, ensure safety, and train team members. The role involves supervising personnel, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining compliance with hazardous waste management standards.

The position requires experience in waste processing and safety procedures, with hands-on oversight of project tasks and emergency response activities as needed.