Shift Supervisor, MTS

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

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About the role

Reworld's North Shore Municipal Transfer Station (MTS) in Queens, NY, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Shift Supervisor to join our dynamic and growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader with hands-on operational experience to play a critical role in the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a high-volume transfer station supporting one of the most important regions in our network. Please note that this position is eligible for a sign-on bonus.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations during assigned shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant facility performance.

• Provide leadership and direction to site personnel, including operators, mechanics, and support staff.

• Oversee shift activities through routine site tours, providing technical oversight and enforcing operational standards.

• Ensure all equipment is operated and maintained according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety regulations.

• Approve and manage all equipment maintenance requests and ensure equipment is properly cleared, tagged, and documented before being removed from service.

• Monitor overall site operations, including crane and material handling systems, adjusting and directing activities as needed to maintain productivity and safety.

• Take direct control during emergency or abnormal operations, coordinating staff and executing corrective actions as necessary.

• Support the implementation of technical and safety training programs for shift staff, promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in resource recovery, transfer station, power plant, or heavy industrial operations.

• Demonstrated supervisory experience in shift-based operations.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certification in utility or industrial operations strongly preferred.

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field may be considered with equivalent operational experience.

• Must be willing and able to work a rotating schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.

Physical Demands

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb

• Ability to lift/carry 50lbs

• Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces

• Qualify to wear a full-face respirator

• Consistently work in various weather conditions

What We Offer You ( Benefits | Reworld )

• Salary Midpoint - $123,000

• Health Care Benefits - Starts On Day One

• Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards

• 401 (k) - Match up to 7%

• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holidays)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Bonus

• GED Program

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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