Operations Supervisor
Job Location:
Portland, TX - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 55000 - 65000
Posted:
4 September 2026 (20 hours ago)
Application Deadline:
2 December 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Department:
Job Summary
About Ridwell
Ridwellis a service that inspires people to create a future without waste. Today we make it easy to reuse and recycle more by identifying recyclable and reusable items that the city doesnt collect through both our doorstep pickup and mail-in services connecting those materials with local and national partners that can use them sustainably. Our future plans go much further and include making zero waste a reality for millions.
As a B Corp-certified company sustainability isnt just a company valueits a fundamental part of our purpose and interests. Our mission is to empower communities to waste less and every success our team celebrates means more waste saved from the landfill and more valuable donations in the hands of local non-profits.
This is a pivotal moment of growth for Ridwell. Were looking for people who are energized by a challenging fast-paced environment ready to make a real impact on a mission that matters and excited to grow alongside a team thats genuinely invested in one another!
About the role
Ridwell is seeking an Operations Supervisor to manage the daily operations of our Portland Fleet team. The role requires leadership management and continuous operational improvement. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in fast-paced environments adept at working on teams and a creative problem solver. You have strong communication skills operational expertise and a can-do attitude. Due to business operations you must be comfortable working in a warehouse environment and driving in all weather conditions.
The warehouse is located near the Portland airport (PDX).
Shift schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30a-4:00p
Our Values
- Our Member is our Hero. Our members are at the core of our company. Only by empowering them can we accomplish our vision.
- We Never Settle. We are relentlessly pursuing the exceptional and challenging the status quoalways making our service experience and company better.
- We Take Our Success Personally. We all have a stake in the success of Ridwell. You are empowered to make an impact.
- Purpose Drives Our Actions. Knowing why we are doing something enables us to focus on what is truly important.
- We Are Stronger Together. Every person is critical to our success. We need diverse perspectives to execute on creative solutions. By fostering collaboration and connection at every level we can be phenomenal.
Responsibilities
- Mentor train and develop employees.
- Plan routes and ensure proper staffing.
- Coordinate fleet maintenance and repairs.
- Ensure the building and vehicles are properly equipped.
- Create iterate and improve standard operating procedures.
- Handle inventory counts of bins bags and supplies as needed.
- Partner with other stakeholders to ensure proper material management and delivery.
- Scheduling and timecard adjustments
- Ensure the team is appropriately staffed trained and equipped to meet operational demands
- Lead and supervise the day-to-day operations of the team
- Address any performance issues promptly and develop corrective action plans as needed
- Oversee inventory control ensuring that adequate resources and materials are available for operations
- Ensure a safe work environment by promoting and enforcing safety protocols and procedures
- Oversee productivity and KPIs for the fleet and warehouse teams.
- Be a trainer and backup driver as needed to support the operations.
- Work with the Regional Director to optimize and report on the economic performance of the fleet and warehouse operations.
- Work with the Regional Director to ensure proper staffing to meet the changing needs of the business.
Requirements
- 2 years of operations supervision startup growth or similar experience.
- Prior experience managing an hourly workforce. Experience managing union employees is a plus.
- Scrappy proactive comfortable with ambiguity takes initiative and adapts easily in a fast-growing environment.
- You take ownership of your work and team and are available to work overtime and as needed year-round.
- A growth mindset that sees every activity as an opportunity to learn.
- Experience hiring and training teams. Warehouse experience is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Bachelors degree preferred; experience may be substituted instead of education.
$55000 - $65000 a year
This range is a good-faith estimate for this position. The final salary offer will be determined after reviewing relevant factors which include a candidates relevant qualifications and years of experience where appropriate. At this time we can only hire US-based candidates.
Benefits at Ridwell
We are committed to creating a supportive environment for our employees. We offer the following:
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits including medical vision and dental
- Flexible vacation and sick leave policy
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible spending account for transportation
- Life insurance and disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Discount on monthly Ridwell subscription
- 401(k) plan
Individuals seeking employment at Ridwell are considered without regard to race color religion national origin age gender marital status ancestry physical or mental disability veteran status or sexual orientation.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Ridwell picks up hard to recycle plastics, reusable items, and so much more right from your door, then works with local partners to keep them out of the landfill. Become a member today!