Operations Supervisor

At Interpro Recycling, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Interpro Recycling is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury‑free environment. It is required for all jobs.

Job Description And Responsibilities
Supervise hourly employees and assist in preparing the team to operate safely while prioritizing customer needs. Work to meet and exceed daily processing goals, ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the shredder and mobile equipment used to process yard materials. Train and monitor employees, including lead hands, operators, and laborers. Assist in the development and enforcement of the company’s safety program.

Direct the activities of all yard and non‑ferrous staff, including training, scheduling, assigning work, coaching, and performance management

Supervise equipment operators, maintenance personnel, torch cutters, scrap inspectors, warehouse personnel, and non‑ferrous staff

Organize and oversee warehouse operations to ensure efficient workflow, material storage, housekeeping, and inventory accuracy

Establish production targets and monitor performance to achieve operational goals while maintaining quality and efficiency

Coach and mentor employees on production goals, quality expectations, safe work practices, and operational efficiencies

Maintain inventory accuracy and ensure proper material identification, segregation, and traceability throughout the production process

Coordinate shipments with the Scale House to ensure timely and accurate processing and movement of materials

Maximize freight utilization by ensuring trucks and railcars are loaded to capacity

Ensure product quality by maintaining proper material segregation and quality control standards to minimize contamination, prevent downgrades, and maximize material value and dollars per pound

Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, cost reduction, process optimization, and operational efficiencies

Establish and maintain comprehensive safety programs and procedures; facilitate safety meetings, organize required safety training, conduct daily safety observations, and enter data into Enablon

Ensure compliance with all Environmental, Health & Safety, and Company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

Recognize opportunities to improve equipment, people, and processes; prepare and submit recommendations with supporting justification for management approval

Create and monitor production metrics to achieve optimal operational efficiency and processing performance

Help meet and exceed daily processing goals while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the shredder and mobile equipment used to process yard material

Monitor and coordinate minor equipment repairs and report maintenance requirements as needed

Conduct and document daily safety observations

Ensure work areas, warehouses, and processing areas are clean, organized, and maintained in accordance with housekeeping standards

Submit vacation requests for approval and ensure employee timecards are accurately reviewed and recorded for payroll purposes

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent

1-3 years of leadership roles (military, lead hand, supervisor or management experience)

Valid driver’s license is required

Experience working in a steel, manufacturing, recycling, or other industrial environment is considered an asset

Experience leading teams in a fast‑paced production or warehouse environment is considered an asset

Knowledge of heavy equipment and processing components is an asset

Ability to build and retain a strong team with strong planning and organizational skills

Strong English communication skills, ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing, and over mobile radio devices

Comfortable using computers on a daily basis

Ability to handle multiple priorities while efficiently performing quality work with minimal supervision

Proven leadership and communication skills

Knowledge and awareness of construction and industrial sites

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