2nd Shift Working Supervisor

Plastic Recycling, Inc•Indianapolis, IN

2h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands-on leadership position requiring active participation in daily grinding and production operations while supervising and supporting a 2-3-person 2nd shift team.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Strong leadership and team management skills
Commitment to workplace safety and regulatory compliance
Ability to motivate and lead a small team in a manufacturing environment
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workflow efficiently
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting capability
Dependable, organized, and detail-oriented
Strong conflict resolution and employee relations skills
Regularly required to stand and walk for prolonged periods
Use hands and arms to operate machinery and equipment
Bend, kneel, crouch, and lift materials throughout the shift
Communicate effectively with employees and supervisors
Lift up to 40 pounds
Work in varying temperatures, humidity, moisture, dust, and dirty environments
Safely operate forklifts and industrial equipment
Maintain close and distance vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision necessary for operating machinery and completing documentation

Nice To Haves

> 2 years of manufacturing, recycling, or grinding operation experience preferred
Forklift experience preferred
Basic computer and production reporting experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a 2–3 person grinding team during 2nd shift operations to ensure production, quality, safety, and attendance expectations are met
Assign daily tasks, monitor workflow and production output, and adjust operations as needed to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime
Set up, operate, and monitor grinding equipment while occasionally operating baling equipment as needed
Train, coach, and support employees on equipment operation, safety procedures, company policies, and performance expectations
Collaborate with management/HR to complete disciplinary actions, corrective action documentation, and performance evaluations
Troubleshoot equipment and production issues, coordinate preventative maintenance activities, and escalate major concerns when necessary
Inspect processed materials for contamination, consistency, and overall product quality
Safely operate forklifts and assist with material handling, staging, and production flow throughout the shift
Complete production reports, inventory tracking, shift communication, and other required documentation accurately and timely
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment while promoting continuous improvement and effective communication across departments