Operations Supervisor - Materials Recovery Facility

The Role of the Operations Supervisor - Materials Recovery Facility

Manages operations department including day-to-day supervision of operations services.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR (MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY/TRANSFER STATION)

• Schedules employees and assigns employees to balance workload. Arranges alternate coverage of service in case of employee absence or equipment failure.
• Establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules. Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product.
• Monitors work to ensure efficient and effective operations. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of operations, department, or work crew.
• Checks incoming and outgoing material for quality standards.
• Reports machine and equipment malfunctions to maintenance personnel.
• Initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals. Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists workers in solving work problems.
• Confers with other supervisors to coordinate activities of individual departments and/or shifts.
• May investigate and report on workers injuries, accidents, and other incidents.
• Identifies all potential rule infractions, submitting information to Operations Manager, assisting in the avoidance and correction of existing cases.
• Administers Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• May perform data entry for payroll time records.
• Must be able to work any assigned shift. 
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS 

The qualifications listed are typical of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of successful employees within this classification

• Three years in the waste industry/recycling programs; transportation, production and logistics operations; and one year of supervisory experience.

• Technical and professional principles, practices, laws, applications and programs in position related area including state and federal safety regulations, general occupational safety and commercial vehicle safety management principles, state and federal workers’ compensation laws and administrative procedures.

• Thorough knowledge of DOT regulations and truck computer systems.

• Current developments and trends in areas of expertise.

• Computer programs, including Microsoft Office suite of applications and using data to inform and set priorities and identify challenges/opportunities.

• Principles of personnel training, supervision and evaluation.

• Supervisory techniques, resource allocation, planning and budgeting.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

• Valid Driver's License required.

   

Skill and/or Ability to:

• Promotes the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources as well as finding ways to use waste products in ways that benefit the environment.
• Develops strategies to effectively manage current and future challenges and opportunities; develops recommendations and actionable plans.
• Defines issues and focus on achieving workable solutions; generates innovative ideas to develop or improve existing systems.
• Demonstrates ability to use computers and technology capabilities.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency and knowledge in area(s) of expertise as well as company business and proficiency in strategic and financial processes.
• Communicates well both verbally and in writing; listens to and understands various viewpoints; shares relevant information timely; provides constructive feedback; maintains professionalism.
• Presents ideas effectively to individuals or groups and delivers presentations suited to the characteristics and needs of the audience.
• Effectively and productively engages with others and establishes trust, credibility, and confidence.
• Promotes collaboration and assists others with their initiatives and efforts.
• Motivates and empowers others to achieve objectives and to dev