Recycling Foreman

Rumpke Waste & Recycling•Columbus, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Rumpke is a family-owned and operated company that ranks as one of the largest firms in the waste and recycling industry. Our mission is simple: to deliver exceptional waste and recycling solutions to our customers and communities through a commitment to safety, service, the environment and the growth of our people. When you join Rumpke, you’ll be part of a team providing essential services to millions of residents, businesses, and neighborhoods. You will enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision, matching 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and more. This is your opportunity to make a difference for you and your family. Come join our team! Recycling Foremen are responsible for ensuring that production and quality standards are being met. The Recycling Foreman provides leadership in directing the tasks and safety of Laborers and Equipment Operators in the plant.

Requirements

Computer proficiency
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by performing and communicating in a manner that promotes good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management
Good written and verbal communication skills to be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers
Self-motivated with the ability to perform many tasks with limited supervision, or in a team environment
Must be able to read and speak the English language well enough to communicate, understand, and respond to questions, instructions, signs, signals, and safety training
General knowledge of plant operation
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
Must successfully complete pre-employment testing
Must be able to read and speak the English language

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of recycling industry preferred
Prior experience as a foreman/lead or in a supervisory capacity preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure all safety and compliance standards are met or exceeded
Ensure proper PPE is utilized by employees, as well as consistent compliance with Lock- Out/Tag-Out procedures
Work with plant manager to ensure that production and quality standards are being met for inbound and outbound materials
Coordinate work schedules for laborers and equipment operators
Assign tasks in daily operations of the recycling plant
Monitor and advise supervisor/manager of policy or procedure violations
Foresee problems and take the necessary steps to correct them, i.e., Troubleshooting equipment and personnel problems
Operate recycling plant equipment (i.e., loaders, forklifts, skid steers, compactors, balers, yard and roll off truck)
Responsible for housekeeping in assigned area including equipment and work areas
Maintain timely, appropriate, and professional communications
Maintain appropriate weekly and monthly reports
Utilize scale dispatching software to provide coverage and assistance as needed
Perform duties in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies
Perform other duties as assigned