Recycling Plant Leader

The purpose of this job classification is to perform lead and senior work functions associated with processing recyclable materials and operating recycling equipment at the Environmental Services Department recycling facility in order to maintain the efficiency and sustainability of the City’s recycling program.

The following duties are normal for this classification.  The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.   Other duties may be required and assigned.  Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.

Supervises employees assigned to the MPF, inmates/trustees and community service workers in performance of recycling duties; transports, assigns tasks, and maintains attendance records for inmates/trustees and community service workers.

Supervises, reviews and evaluates work to ensure quality, timeliness and ensures quality control in adherence to policies and procedures.

Oversees plant logistics and materials; supervises daily production; enters finished goods into inventory; orders supplies as needed.

Oversees personnel needs of the MRF including selecting, coaching, and training employees.

Supervises daily plant operations and maintains inventory for safety and operation supplies.

Takes the lead role in operating the household hazardous waste drop-off center and electronics waste drop-off program.

Assists supervisor assigned over recycling operations with annual appraisals for the recycling plant operators and crew workers assigned to the MRF.

Assists in creating a positive team-oriented environment through employee development and motivation.

Maintains recycling production standards and operation schedules; maintains inventory records for recyclable materials; prepares total tonnage on recycling materials on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis as directed by supervisor.

Ensures smooth operation of site and minimizes handling and operational costs; continually works to reduce turnaround time for trucks in and out of site. 

Provide training and presentation as needed in a positive and professional manner.

Monitors equipment operation and reports equipment malfunctions and other maintenance and repair needs to supervisor; performs routine maintenance and repair on equipment.

Conducts and/or attends and contributes to periodic safety meetings.

Prepares and/or receives various forms, logs, records, reports, readings or other documents; processes and forwards; maintains related files.

Consults with supervisors, vendors, and department personnel to review needs, discuss problems, coordinate activities, and receive advice/direction.

Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; responds to requests for service.

Investigates, reviews, and controls implementations of safety regulations and company policies and procedures.

Operates forklift and/or skid steer (bobcat) to move recyclable materials for processing, sorting, storage, and transport; operates recycling processing equipment such as balers, crushers, and sorters.

Load/unloads recyclable materials to/from collection trucks, trailers, and transfer trucks; empties recycling trailers and other drop-off recycling containers as necessary; sorts recyclables appropriately in order to perform processing of materials.

Ensures cleanliness and maintenance of the physical property of the MRF through inspections and preventive maintenance programs with supervisors/employees. 

Acts as a liaison, where necessary, for community relationships.

Complies with and ensures adherence to department’s safety standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations. 

Performs minor repairs to equipment and materials; performs cleaning/housekeeping tasks associated with maintaining equipment and work area.

Operates a computer (laptop) and other peripheral equipment as needed to perform job duties.

Adheres to and stays up to date on all applicable federal, state, and local recycling and safety laws and guidelines.

Responds to requests for information from officials, employees, and the public or other individuals.

Recommends policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of quality services by the Department.

Incorporates continuous quality improvement principles in day-to-day activities.

Must meet regular attendance requirements.

Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in a timely manner.

Performs other related duties as required.

High school diploma or GED required; experience in operating a forklift, skid steer, and/or heavy equipment preferred. Supervisory or lead work experience preferred; experience in working with recyclables or in a recycling facility and/or related field preferred. Must obtain and maintain an Alabama Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class A with twelve (12) months of date of hire. This job classification is considered to be safety-sensitive and is subject to pre-employment and random drug screens.

The following requirements are normal for this classification.  Specific requirements may not apply to all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to operate a variety of equipment and tools including a service truck, skid steer (bobcat), forklift, portable scale, baler, basic hand tools, computer, adding machine, telephone, fax machine, copier, two-way radio, etc. Physical demand requirements for some positions within this classification may at times be at levels of those for heavy work.

DATA COMPREHENSION: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things which may include forms, reports, reference materials, maps, procedural manuals, and operational manuals.

INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to speak with and/or signal people to convey or exchange information, including giving/receiving assignments and/or directions to/from co-workers, assistants, managers, or supervisors as well as communicating with the general public.

LANGUAGE ABILITY: Requires ability to read a variety of operational documentation, directions, instructions, and methods and procedures. Requires the ability to write basic job-related documentation and reports with proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar, using all parts of speech. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with poise, voice control, and confidence using correct English and well-modulated voice.

INTELLIGENCE: Requires the ability to learn and understand basic mechanical principles and techniques, to understand departmental policies and procedures, to make independent judgments in absence of supervision, and to acquire and be able to expound on knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.

VERBAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow verbal and written instructions.

NUMERICAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, multiply and divide totals, and determine time and percentages.

FORM/SPATIAL APTITUDE: Requires the ability to visually inspect items for proper length, width, and shape using job related equipment which may include standard measuring devices.

MOTOR COORDINATION: Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in using basic hand and power tools and equipment and to operate motor vehicles.

MANUAL DEXTERITY: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, control knobs, switches, service truck, and related recycling equipment.   Must have the ability to use one hand for twisting motion or turning motion while coordinating opposite hand with different activities.  Must have average levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

COLOR DIFFERENTIATION: Requires the ability to discern color.

INTERPERSONAL TEMPERAMENT: Requires the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be able to adapt to and perform under minimal stress when confronted with an emergency.

PHYSICAL COMMUNICATION: Requires the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive nature of sounds by ear.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:  Essential functions are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions that include dust, solid waste, putrid smells, dirt, grease and oil.

Salary : $53,777