Shredders - Team Lead - Plastics Manufacturing

PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for consumer and industrial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago and continues to transform the recycling industry. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.


Position Summary


Our Team Lead reports to the Operations Coach and is responsible for leading safe, efficient, and high-quality production and logistics operations during their assigned shift. This role drives performance through team leadership, continuous improvement, and a strong commitment to PADNOS values and safety standards.

Schedule

• Monday - Thursday, Weekends as needed.
• 6:00pm - 6:00am *Will train on 1st shift for a month

Responsibilities

• Champion and reinforce PADNOS Safety Responsibility Rules to ensure a safe work environment
• Partner with the Operations Coach to evaluate workflows and implement improvements that increase efficiency and productivity
• Lead process improvements and apply effective problem-solving to address operational challenges
• Communicate clearly on mission-critical information and escalate risks appropriately
• Maintain working knowledge of buying, switching, and inventory management to support operational continuity
• Train, mentor, and develop team members to build capability and strengthen team performance
• Drive results by meeting or exceeding key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, inclusion, fairness, and high performance
• Ensure quality standards are consistently met across all operations
• Support yard operations, including operating heavy equipment, as needed

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
• 2+ years of team leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• 6+ months of experience operating heavy equipment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with technology and learning new systems
• Leads by example and supports team development
• Able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation

PADNOS has a rich history of taking care of our team members, their families and the multiple communities we serve. We invest in our team members and offer the following benefits:

• Competitive Wage
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 100% Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
• 75% Tuition Reimbursement for dependents
• First Time Home Buying Assistance
• 401K Match and Profit Sharing
• Performance Driven Bonuses

Be a part of the green movement and join PADNOS today!

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status. #IND123

Be a part of the green movement and join PADNOS today!

PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.