Lead Operator

About the role

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals. Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we're missing is you. Apply today! Lead Operator is responsible for overseeing daily operations within their assigned area, ensuring work is completed efficiently, safely, and according to company standards. This role acts as a bridge between frontline workers and supervisor/ management, providing leadership, guidance, and support to team members while maintaining a hands-on approach to operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of assigned personnel.
• Assign tasks and monitor performance to ensure productivity, quality, and safety goals
• are met.
• Serve as a " working " lead-actively participating in job duties alongside team members. I.E. - run mobile equipment or processing equipment as ne eded to meet production goals.
• Train and mentor employees on job functions, safety protocols, and operational
• procedures.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor regarding progress, challenges, and
• resource needs.
• Ensure proper use of equipment, tools, and materials.
• Monitor attendance, performance, and behavior of team members; report issues to
• Supervisor/ management.
• Assist in evaluating workflow, suggesting process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment in compliance with company and
• regulatory standards.
• Complete shift reports, logs, or other documentation as required .
• Performs additional tasks as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
• Safety & Compliance :
• Always wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including:
• o Hard hat
• o Safety glasses
• o Hearing protection
• o Gloves
• o Steel-toe boots
• o Dust mask (full-face respirator)
• o Long -sleeved shirt
• Strictly adhere to all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) safety procedures.
• Assist with conveyor line operations by sorting materials into designated bins.
• Support general housekeeping efforts to maintain clean, safe work areas around
• equipment and throughout the facility.
• Demonstrate consistent attendance and maintain a high standard of safety and job
• performance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Technical training or associate degree preferred, or equivalent industrial experience
• Minimum 1+ year of experience in metals or industrial plant operations
• Prior experience in a lead or informal leadership role preferred
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.
• Proficient in basic computer systems and documentation.
• Ability to lift/move materials and stand for extended periods
• F luent in both English and Spanish a plus.
• Reasonably available for call-ins outside of the normal work schedule
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Working knowledge of plant equipment, processes, and operating procedures
• Demonstrated ability to train and mentor team members
• Strong commitment to safety and operational excellence
• Ability to follow direction while also exercising sound judgment in day-to-day operations
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Basic problem-solving skills and ability to escalate issues appropriately
• Ability to work in industrial conditions, including heat, dust, noise, and vibration
• Work Environment :
• Indoor/outdoor/warehouse/manufacturing environment
• May be exposed to noise, dust, and temperature changes.
• Must be available to work shift , weekends, holidays, overtime, as needed
• Must have the ability to work wearing PPE and comply with all site safety requirements
• In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.
• Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits .
• For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.
• All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributin

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