Recycling Production Supervisor

AMP is applying AI-powered sortation at scale to modernize the world's recycling infrastructure and maximize the value in waste. AMP gives waste and recycling leaders the power to harness AI to reduce labor costs, increase resource recovery, and deliver more reliable operations. With hundreds of deployments across North America, Asia, and Europe, AMP's technology offers a transformational solution to waste sortation and changes the fundamental economics of recycling.

Headquartered in Louisville, Colorado, the Denver Post and BuiltIn Colorado have recognized AMP as one of the state's top workplaces. AMP has operations and career opportunities outside of Atlanta, Cleveland, Portsmouth, Virginia, and Europe. We're fostering an environment where passionate individuals can grow and create impact. We seek unconventional thinkers to join our mission to enable a world without waste; at AMP, your contributions have meaning and can spur change. With backing from top-tier investors and national recognition including North American Cleantech Company of the Year, we're always seeking ways to better our operations, raising the bar on innovation, and looking to collaborate and improve in what we do. Learn more at AMPSortation.com.

AMP is looking for a Recycling Production Supervisor in Portsmouth, Virginia.

Job Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing detailed production schedules to meet deadlines and targets.
• Supervising and monitoring the work of production employees.
• Assigning responsibilities, providing coaching and training.
• Monitoring production processes to ensure that products are manufactured according to specifications and quality standards.
• Identifying and resolving issues that may arise in the production process.
• Monitor equipment to ensure proper operation and minimal down time
• Ensure all equipment is properly cleaned and stored at the end of each shift and as assigned
• Follow all quality control protocols and report any quality control deviations
• Adhere to all company, regulatory, and safety requirements
• Provide back up assistance to the Plant Manager
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  

Skill Requirements:

• Equivalent of high school diploma or GED certification
• Four years (4) experience in supervisor or lead role.
• The ability to speak, read, and write in English
• Understand and follow company safety procedures
• Demonstrate initiative to work independently while flexible enough to work in team setting
• Regular and predictable on-site attendance
• Overtime and call-in work may be required
  
  

Preferred Skills:

• Problem solving and Analytical Skills
• Organizational and Planning Skills
• Time Management
• Continuous Improvement
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with productivity standards
• Able to lift and carry up to 45 lbs throughout an 8 - 10-hour shift
• Ability to stand, climb, bend, twist and lift equipment and tools throughout an 8 - 12-hour shift
  
  

Environmental/Atmospheric Working Conditions:

The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.

• Potential exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Work environment; includes machines, tools, trucks, dust, fumes and odors.
• Exposure to residential and commercial waste and recycling.
  
  

Working Location(s):

• 3325 Frederick Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23704
  
  

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday with occasional Saturdays
• 7:45 AM - 5:00 PM
  
  

Travel Requirements:

• No travel
  
  

AMP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group are encouraged to apply.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equity Grant: The candidate selected for this role will be recommended for a stock option grant commensurate with the position and the candidate's qualifications.

Benefits Information:

• Medical - The company covers between 78% to 100% of the premium for Cigna medical healthcare plans depending on the selection.
• Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance: The company covers the cost of Basic Life / AD&D 1 x Salary, option to purchase additional through New York Life
• HSA Eligible Health Plans, Company Contributions!
• 401(k) retirement plan (non-matching)
• 14 days Accruing PTO
• Benefits start the day you start
• 6 Accrued Sick Days
• Eight (8) paid holidays, 2 Floating Holidays
  
  

We'll consider applications until the position is filled.