Recycling Lead Hand Apply: Winnipeg, Manitoba: Full time: Posted Today: R39355## **Key Responsibilities**### **Supervisory Coverage (In Supervisor’s Absence)*** Acting Supervisor Duties: Step in to oversee daily operations, floor workflow, and team assignments whenever the Supervisor is off-site, on leave, or unavailable.* Shift Leadership: Serve as the primary point of contact for operational questions, emergency protocol decisions, and shift escalation issues during supervisor coverage.* Shift Reporting: Complete and submit essential end-of-shift reports, timekeeping checks, and production metric tracking when leading the shift.### **Safety & Compliance*** Maintain Safe Standards: Maintain a safe work environment by following all rules outlined in the company’s written safety program.* LOTO Protocol: Strictly adhere to Lock Out / Tag Out (LOTO) procedures at all times.* PPE Management: Ensure employees properly sign out all required safety equipment and wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while on the floor.### **Operations & Production*** On-Line Sorting: Actively work and take a primary sorting position on the material sorting line.* Equipment Control: Safely start, stop, and operate recycling equipment during normal business operations; directly manage and make operational adjustments to recycling machinery as needed.* Quality Assurance: Ensure all sorting staff are processing materials strictly according to company quality and separation guidelines.* Communication: Effectively notify the Supervisor regarding material changes, line flow shifts, or employee/personal issues on the floor.**Team Leadership & Staffing*** Shift Readiness: Verify that the required number of sorters are present on site prior to shift start times to maintain quality standards.* Training & Evaluation: Train new material sorters,



continuously evaluate sorter productivity, and request or assign replacements as needed.## **Requirements & Qualifications**### **Education & Experience*** Education: High school diploma or GED desired, but not required.* Leadership Experience: Previous experience serving as an acting supervisor, step-up lead, or senior line worker preferred.* Technical Experience: Prior experience operating recycling equipment strongly desired.* Certifications: Forklift and Skid Steer operator experience/certification preferred.### **Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities*** Leadership & Initiative: Ability to take charge of floor operations independently during supervisor absences.* Communication: Ability to read, write, and effectively communicate with team members and facility management.* Autonomy: Robust ability to follow instructions and work efficiently under limited supervision.* Technical Ability: Ability to safely operate all facility machinery required for the position.* Physical Demands: Capability to frequently lift and move items weighing up to 60 lbs in a fast-paced industrial environment.## **What We Offer*** Competitive Hourly Wage: Pay reflective of experience and leadership responsibilities.* 100% Company-Paid Benefits: Medical/dental coverage with no out-of-pocket premiums.* RRSP Matching Program: We help you invest in your financial future.* Boot Allowance & Gear: Annual boot allowance and company-provided uniforms.* Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP): Confidential support services for you and your family.* Fair & Equitable Vacation: Paid time off policies designed to help you refresh and reset.* Career Growth: On-the-job career development and advancement opportunities within the facility.* Inclusive Culture: A safe, supportive, and inclusive work environment for everyone.*We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.*

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📌 Recycling Lead Hand (Winnipeg)
🏢 GFL Environmental
📍 Winnipeg