Lead Equipment Operator

Recycling Management Resources, LLC • Olive Branch, MS

6d

About The Position

Recycling Management Resources is seeking a highly motivated
Lead Equipment Operator to join our team. The Lead Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe operation of heavy equipment (including baler, skid steer, forklift etc.) The Lead Equipment Operator is also responsible for the coordination of activities of the Equipment Operators at the plant. This is a Second Shift position. Shift hours are Monday-Friday, 2 PM - 10:30 PM, with extended hours as needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent required
• Mechanical, equipment or trade school certificate or training preferred
• Minimum of three (3) years of prior experience working at sites regulated by OSHA required, preferably in a recycling facility
• Prior experience operating heavy equipment including, but not limited to forklifts, bobcats, skid steers, etc. required.
• A valid driver’s license and any applicable regulatory licensing is required
• Prior leadership experience is preferred
• Promotes and upholds the Company’s safety standards.
• Must be willing to work outdoors and/or in a plant environment. At times required to work various hours and/or weekends as necessary.
• Must be skilled in problem solving and conflict resolution.
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships within and across teams and collaborate effectively.
• Must have ability to multitask, exceptional time management, and organizational skills to execute daily production plan.

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical, equipment or trade school certificate or training preferred
• Prior leadership experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate various equipment and machinery including Skid steer, forklift, baler, shredder, guillotine, etc.
• Assign and oversee the work of other Equipment Operations
• Report any necessary repairs to the supervisor or manager on duty
• Observe, record, and report any potential malfunction or disruption of plant activities
• Perform inspections effectively and accurately in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Follow and enforce all company safety policies and procedures
• Train or assist in training new employees
• Establish or amend work procedures to meet production schedules
• Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency
• Direct employees in completion of work
• Interpret instructions, or job orders to employees and assign duties
• Confer with supervisor or manager to coordinate activities of individual tasks or shifts

Benefits

• Recycling Management Resources offers a competitive Benefits package to include Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k match. We also offer Paid Time Off and Holiday pay (observation of 8 holidays).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED