2nd Shift Supervisor - Recycling

We have an opportunity for a 2nd Shift Supervisor to join our recycle team in Louisville, KY.

About the Role

The primary duties of the shift supervisor include :

• Oversee the processes and baling of incoming recycling materials so that outbound recycling materials are acceptable for sale to various brokers or mills.
• Assign and oversee execution of production, safety, and housekeeping duties.
• Active participation in and encourage employee involvement in the Health and Safety Programs of WestRock.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production operations in accordance with plant policies and procedures for the plant.
• Train and coach operators.
• Conduct employee performance counseling.
• Responsible for shift schedule to include : workstation assignments, rotations, employee training, employee vacations, employee breaks, overtime assignment, back-up for absent employees, and temporary labor.
• Coordinate production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
• Coordinate with Operations Manager for appropriate staffing levels.
• Schedule and conduct shift meetings.
• Responsible for meeting shift production goals.
• Responsible for quality control. Make adjustments as necessary during shift to produce product within specifications. Reject product outside of specifications.
• Operate within standard operating procedures (SOPs) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs).
• Communicate with other Shift Supervisors and Operations Manager.
• Ensure a clean and safe work area.
• Complete shift paperwork.
• Assist in production as necessary.
• Authorization Training in the following : Lock out Tag out, Machine Guarding, Confined Space, Aerial, Loader, Bobcat, Forklift, and balers.

Will be trained in house)

• Maintain and aid to plant’s preventative maintenance program.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the recycling processes, procedures, and machinery. This is normally acquired through two to five years of manufacturing experience.
• Manual dexterity required for operating machinery and computers.

Working Conditions

• Working conditions include a non-climate controlled environment.
• Communication with diverse staff.
• Work involves lifting materials and product up to 45 pounds.
• Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and hardhats.
• Must be able to work 2nd shift 2 : 30 - 11 : 00 PM ET.
4 hours ago