Night Shift Shredder Supervisor

Night Shift Shredder Lead / Shredder Supervisor (Industrial Recycling)

Night Shift | 4-Day Workweek (Mon–Thu) | 10-Hour Shifts
Hours: 5:30 PM – 3:30 AM (flexible)

Our client is hiring an experienced Night Shift Shredder Lead to oversee industrial shredder operations and lead a night production team of 9 employees. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can operate heavy machinery, manage workflow, enforce safety, and hit production targets in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor industrial shredders, conveyors, and related equipment
• Lead, assign, and supervise a night shift crew
• Ensure material quality, proper flow, and contamination prevention
• Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and report equipment issues
• Enforce OSHA safety standards, PPE usage, and company policies
• Track nightly production, downtime, and material output
• Maintain 5S standards and a clean, organized work area
• Train operators and communicate with the day shift leadership

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or recycling operations
• 2–5 years operating shredders or heavy machinery
• 3+ years of supervisory or lead experience in production environments
• Proven ability to lead and hold teams accountable
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Forklift experience (preferred)
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs
• Experience working night shifts in industrial settings