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Shift Supervisor

AMP
Portsmouth, VA
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 Robotics is hiring a Shift Supervisor to lead a production team while also Operating machinery including but not limited to Balers, Forklifts, Wheel Loaders, and/or other equipment. Participates as an integral team member, gives input on equipment usage, operational processes, safety concerns, and other topics.

As a Shift Supervisor, you will work to:

  • Supervise the production floor by assigning personnel; accomplishing production goals; monitoring progress throughout a shift.
  • Maintain efficiency throughout the production process and record any possible issues
  • Resolve technical issues presented throughout a shift; investigate; identify a solution
  • Train personnel in regard to each specific duty on the floor.
  • Coordinate with Operations manager closely
  • Resolve personnel problems working closely with the operations manager.
  • Performs preoperative and postoperative inspection of the equipment and reports any necessary repairs to supervisor and/or Maintenance Shop.
  • Safely and productively operates all equipment including forklift, wheel loader and/or baler, while monitoring area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
  • Continuously monitors the equipment to ensure proper operation and minimal downtime.
  • Continuously observes material being processed for signs of hazardous waste, fire, smoldering, etc.
  • Performs minor service and/or inspection on equipment.
  • Ensures that equipment is properly cleaned and stored at the end of each shift.
  • Adheres to all company, and regulatory safety standards and rules
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

The successful candidate will have:

Required:

  • Equivalent of high school diploma or G.E.D. certification
  • One (1) or more years of experience leading a team operating same or similar machinery
  • Two (2) or more years of experience operating same or similar machinery

Preferred:

  • Five (5) plus years' experience as a certified equipment operator

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual requirements of this position will vary.

  • Maintain balance on slippery surfaces
  • Lift, carry and push/pull up to 50 pounds without assistance
  • The ability to stand, climb, bend, twist, and lift equipment and tools
  • The ability to speak, read, and write in English
  • Overtime and call-in work may be required

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The following physical activities or abilities are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual requirements of this position will vary.

  • Maintain balance on slippery surfaces
  • Lift, carry and push/pull up to 50 pounds without assistance
  • Stand for up to eight hours per day
  • The ability to stand, climb, bend, twist, and lift materials or tools as needed

KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES:

The following competencies represent qualities, traits and behaviors that a successful employee will exhibit. This list is not exhaustive, as other qualities, traits and behaviors are also desired.

  • Safety Orientation – Follows and promotes safety rules and procedures. Recognizes hazards and anticipates danger. Does not take inappropriate risks.
  • Ethics – Adheres to the policies and rules set forth by the Company. Does not bend the rules or cut corners. Is honest and trustworthy.
  • Endurance – Sticks with the task until it is completed in the most productive and safe manner. Works through challenges that come up.
  • Dependability – Is someone supervisors and coworkers can count on. Follows through and does what he/she says he/she will do. Shows up for work on time and adheres to the established work schedule.

REPRESENTATIVE MACHINES, TOOLS and EQUIPMENT USED:

The following machines, tools, equipment are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. Actual machines, tools, and equipment used will vary.

  • Personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, dust mask, ear plugs, gloves, hard hat, safety glasses, work boots, and safety vest.
  • Machines including, but not limited to, forklift, baler, wheel loader
  • Tools including, but not limited to, broom, shovel, tire gauge, water hoses, screwdriver, wrenches and other hand tools.

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.

We recognize that there is more to work than the day-to-day responsibilities. In addition to a collaborative, high-performing team environment, we're pleased to offer competitive base salaries; medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid time off and sick time; flexible work hours; and the opportunity to quickly accelerate your learning and growth.

Working Location(s):

  • Portsmouth, VA

Schedule:

  • 6PM - 6AM, Tuesday - Friday
  • Weekends as needed

Travel Requirements:

  • Occasional, as needed. No more than 5%.

EEO Statement:

AMP Robotics is an equal opportunity employer. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at the Company will be based on job openings, merit, qualifications, and abilities as required by the position. The Company does not discriminate, and does not permit its employees to discriminate against other employees, applicants, customers, or independent contractors because of:

  • Race
  • Color
  • Religion
  • Sex
  • Sexual orientation (including gender identity or expression, including a person's orientation toward heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or transgender status, or PeopleCare's perception thereof)
  • Pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions
  • Marital status
  • National origin
  • Citizenship
  • Military or veteran status
  • Ancestry
  • Age (40 or over)
  • Disability (including genetic information)
  • Or, any other consideration made unlawful by applicable laws. 

Equal employment opportunity will be extended to all persons in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship, including recruitment, hiring, upgrading, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. 

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.

We recognize that there is more to work than the day-to-day responsibilities. In addition to a collaborative, high-performing team environment, we're pleased to offer competitive base salaries; medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan; paid time off and sick time; flexible work hours; and the opportunity to quickly accelerate your learning and growth.

Salary & compensation information: $70,400 - 79,417 plus shift differential

Benefits information:

  • Medical - The company covers up 85% to 100% of the premium for Cigna healthcare plans depending on the selection. Employees pay the difference in premium if they select a more expensive plan. Up to 75% for dependents.
  • Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability.
  • 401(k) retirement plan (non-matching).
  • 14 days PTO and 6 paid sick days.
  • Eight (8) paid holidays - Two (2) floating holidays
Posted 2025-10-17

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