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Operations Supervisor, United States of America, CDI
Operations Supervisor
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An Operations Supervisor manages daily operations and activities for a company or organization. Primarily involved in supervising and coordinating the activities of front-line employees such as monitoring work progress, providing training, and ensuring compliance. Has authority over the work of their team members but typically reports to higher-level management.
$92,550 / year median in Oregon
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Company Description Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country's largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.
Job Description Position Purpose:
Responsible for supervising and scheduling day-to-day operational activities to include troubleshooting, health, safety, and environmental compliance issues and policies, quality assurance/control, determining cost of supplies versus labor, provide technical expertise on operational modifications, hiring and training of subordinates, etc. Assist immediate supervisors in the annual preparation of goals versus forecasted budgeted allowances as well as conducting special exploratory assignments.Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
Supervise employees at the assigned plant or department. Perform job duties in a safe manner compliant with policies, procedures and practices. Model professional behavior; report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to work. Work flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends and holidays. Conduct laboratory analytical testing for product quality assurance/ control; and routine tests Operate, maintain, install and repair (automatic and semi-automatic machines) equipment including pumps, valves, gates, mixers, chemical feed, dust collector and odor control systems Monitor control panels, adjusts valves and gates. Monitor flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls through instrument panels, computer terminals and programmable logic control units in assigned area. Monitor and document operating conditions/observations and data in shift log daily Diagnose basic operational problems and take corrective action per procedure. Verify and report suspected malfunctions and variances as directed and take corrective actions. Ability to work independently in compliance with given instructions and direction. Perform grab and go field tests in order to adjust chemical dosages for processes. Comply with appearance and dress policies to ensure a safe and professional work environment. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as defined by policy, work practices, and customer. Maintain a safe, neat and clean work environment this includes: work area and equipment. Work effectively in a team environment and provide support and assistance to others. Assist with collecting data and completing reports/ projects to support business operations Lead special projects to improve safety, operations, and employee development Train other employees to safely and properly use equipment at site. Take initiative to offer solutions and assist in problem solving at site. Engage with customers within scope of responsibility to provide work updates and notifications.Qualifications Education/Experience/Background:
BS in Chemistry or a related science discipline or equivalent work experience required 4 to 6 years of hazardous waste experience preferredKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Extensive knowledge in the following areas: DOT, EPA, TSCA, and OSHA Knowledge of site capabilities and limitations prior to treatment and/or shipping hazardous & non-hazardous waste materials to ensure efficient disbursement and storage. Computer proficient Strong team player Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines Strong customer service orientation Strong supervisory and leadership skills Ability to create & prepare reports as necessaryRequired Certification/Licenses/Training:
HAZWOPER
Certification Additional Information Benefits:
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.Qualifications:
Education/Experience/Background:
BS in Chemistry or a related science discipline or equivalent work experience required 4 to 6 years of hazardous waste experience preferredKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Extensive knowledge in the following areas: DOT, EPA, TSCA, and OSHA Knowledge of site capabilities and limitations prior to treatment and/or shipping hazardous & non-hazardous waste materials to ensure efficient disbursement and storage. Computer proficient Strong team player Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines Strong customer service orientation Strong supervisory and leadership skills Ability to create & prepare reports as necessaryRequired Certification/Licenses/Training:
HAZWOPER
CertificationBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance