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Job Description:
Position Summary
The Supervisor at the Houston Tarps location is responsible for overseeing daily operations with a strong focus on safety compliance, time management, inventory control, and workforce scheduling. This role ensures that production and warehouse activities are carried out efficiently, safely, and in alignment with company policies and performance standards.
Key Responsibilities
Safety
Enforce company safety policies and OSHA regulations at all times
Conduct regular safety meetings, audits, and inspections
Identify safety hazards and implement corrective actions
Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Report and investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries
Time Management & Productivity
Monitor daily operations to ensure productivity targets and deadlines are met
Assign tasks and manage labor to maximize efficiency
Reduce downtime and address workflow bottlenecks
Track attendance, punctuality, and performance
Ensure employees adhere to company time and attendance policies
Inventory Control
Oversee inventory accuracy for tarps, materials, and supplies
Conduct cycle counts and coordinate physical inventories
Ensure proper receiving, storage, and issuing of materials
Minimize inventory shrinkage, waste, and damage
Scheduling & Staffing
Create and manage employee schedules to meet operational demands
Approve time-off requests and manage coverage needs
Train, coach, and develop team members
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and disciplinary actions as needed
Leadership & Communication
Lead by example and maintain a positive, professional work environment
Communicate expectations clearly to team members
Provide regular feedback and performance evaluations
Ensure company policies and procedures are consistently followed
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 2–5 years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial operations
Strong knowledge of safety regulations and safe work practices
Experience with inventory systems and scheduling
Proven leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime if required
Proficient in basic computer applications (Excel, scheduling systems, inventory software)
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to work in a warehouse or industrial environment
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to [XX] lbs as required
Exposure to noise, machinery, and varying temperatures
Performance Expectations
Maintain a safe work environment with minimal incidents
Meet or exceed productivity and inventory accuracy goals
Maintain reliable staffing coverage and effective schedules
Foster a team-oriented, accountable workplace culture
Company Benefits:
• 2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up
Medical Plans
• Prescription (Rx) Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)
• Health Care FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Company Paid Base Life Insurance
• Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Company Paid Disability Insurance
▪ Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)
Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.
While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.
