Plant Supervisor II

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📍 Dunkirk, NY, United StatesFull time💰 USD 66K–72K

About this role

Monday-Friday; Day Shift; Salary: $66,000 - $72,000


I. Job Summary

The Plant Supervisor II will supervise the safe and efficient handling and processing of regulated medical waste. This position ensures the plant consistently meets regulatory and safety compliance measures and operates in a productive and profitable manner. 

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

  • Selects, trains, and develops a safe, effective and efficient staff
  • Ensures the plant meets regulatory and safety compliance measures and operates in a productive and profitable manner
  • Maintain overall cost control of the plant. Ensures continuous improvement of productivity standards and worker safety performance in all phases of the operation
  • Interface proactively with personnel to achieve business goals
  • Maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction, either internally or externally
  • Initiate actions to assure timely resolution of identified hazards or unsafe conditions or practices
  • Training off all new plant and monthly training of current plant personnel
  • Perform periodic facility audits, review of all applicable regulatory paperwork, e.g., biological testing, WW testing, etc.).
  • Provides for equipment maintenance and troubleshooting when necessary
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned


III. Qualifications 

A. Required Qualifications 
 

  • High School Diploma or GED (accredited)
  • 3 years of related experience and
  • 1 year experience managing staff, preferably in a plant or manufacturing environment



IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Combination: This job operates in a mix between an office environment and plant/field environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.


This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.
 

Pay: The expected salary range for this on-site position is $66K - $72K. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

V. Benefits 
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site. 

 

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ABOUT WM

WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity

For United States:  WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

For Canada:  WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.

Real ID

In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Plant Supervisor II role at WM?
The listed salary for this Plant Supervisor II position at WM is USD 66K–72K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Plant Supervisor II position at WM located?
This Plant Supervisor II role at WM is based in Dunkirk, NY, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Plant Supervisor II role at WM full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Plant Supervisor II role at WM.
How do I apply for the Plant Supervisor II position at WM?
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When was the Plant Supervisor II job at WM posted?
This Plant Supervisor II position at WM was posted on Jul 16, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Plant Supervisor II
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