PADNOS

Team Lead

PADNOS  •  Howell, MI (Onsite)  •  2 days ago
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Job Description

Don’t miss this hiring event! This event will be held at our Padnos Howell location!
Date: May 21, 2026
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Location: 1645 Lucy Rd, Howell, MI 48843
Important: An online application is required prior to attending the job fair.

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.

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 - Friday, weekends as needed
• 12:00pm - 9:00pm
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.
PADNOS

About PADNOS

We have continued to innovate the recycling industry for four generations, while serving as an essential resource to those needing our services. And over the course of our century-plus history, our design and build teams have produced industry leading processing equipment and programs that have consistently given us an edge in the recycling industry. We have continued to procure the best technologies, the best resources and the best people in the industry. Together, we’ve grown a company truly dedicated to seeing all succeed, starting with our people.

Services & Products Provided

Recycling Centers: We have 23 Recycling Centers throughout Michigan and Indiana where the general public and small business’ can recycle various commodities including electronics for quick payment.

Scrap Management Programs: Our Scrap Management Programs manage all aspects of our industrial customers recycling. We conduct a comprehensive assessment for our customers’ needs and execute them with in-house services or utilize our national and international network of strategic partners. Through expertise, experiences and relationships with recyclers, raw material consumers, and logistics providers we provide revenue-enhancing and customized solutions.

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Founded in 1905, PADNOS is a family-owned and operated business, creating innovative recycling solutions and managing scrap products for industrial and commercial accounts with accuracy and efficiency. We strive to make the best use of all resources in recycling paper, plastics, ferrous, and non-ferrous metals, as well as e-scrap at our 30 locations in Michigan and throughout the U.S.

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Holland, Michigan
Year Founded
1905
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