Operations Superintendent

WIN Waste Innovations•City of Poughkeepsie, NY

About The Position

WIN Waste Innovations is seeking an Operations Superintendent responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a facility in accordance with company policies and standards, under the direction of the Operations Manager or Plant Manager. The role leads and supervises operations personnel, supports operational reliability and efficiency, and ensures production demands are met at minimum cost while maintaining a strong focus on safety, environmental compliance, and teamwork. The superintendent may represent management when upper management is off-site, respond to emergencies outside regular hours, and travel to other company facilities when support is needed. The position involves supervising and training staff; maintaining operational, emergency, and training procedures; inspecting buildings, machinery, equipment, and work activities; administering permit-required programs; preparing reports and employee records; and creating maintenance work requests through the CMMS. It also includes troubleshooting equipment, operating industrial equipment, investigating accidents and near misses, and supporting hiring, performance management, and employee relations. The work environment includes noise and may involve adverse conditions requiring personal protective equipment. Physical duties include moving throughout plant areas, climbing and working at heights, using tools and fire-suppression equipment, lifting up to 50 pounds, and entering confined spaces and pressure vessels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five years of supervisory experience in a power plant or manufacturing setting in a comparable role.
Knowledge and understanding of the operation, maintenance, and control of a steam-generating power plant.
Proficiency in using safety equipment, including required OSHA personal and fire protection equipment.
Maintain all licenses required by local, state, federal, environmental, and/or health and safety regulatory agencies.
Skills, experience, and knowledge sufficient to acquire an ASME QRO provisional license.
For Massachusetts facilities, a 2nd Class Engineer's license is required, and the applicant must be able to demonstrate the skills, experience, and knowledge to sit for a 1st Class Engineer's license.
Maintain a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that supports good relations with customers, clients, vendors, coworkers, and management.
Ability to perform the listed physical demands, including lifting 50 pounds, climbing and working at heights, moving through plant areas, operating fire equipment, and accessing confined spaces and pressure vessels.

Nice To Haves

Additional education.

Responsibilities

Direct and supervise operations staff and other personnel to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient facility.
Enforce company policies and procedures, environmental compliance requirements, and safety and health requirements.
Train shift personnel in safety procedures, equipment use, plant operations, environmental standards, and compliance.
Assist in creating plant training programs and monitor shift personnel's progress.
Assist the Operations Manager or Plant Manager in developing operational strategies to improve reliability and efficiency.
Administer and enforce programs requiring permits.
Inspect buildings, machinery, equipment, and ongoing activities for safety, environmental compliance, and adherence to operating procedures.
Perform administrative tasks, including performance appraisals, disciplinary documentation, accident and equipment damage reports, time-record review and correction, attendance documentation, and employee performance logs.
Create work requests through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Develop and maintain plant operating data, reports, operating procedures, and emergency procedures.
Represent management when upper management is off-site.
Write reports, business correspondence, and operating procedures as required or directed.
Direct personnel effectively during all situations.
Complete Corporate and Plant Training Programs within prescribed timeframes.
Promote teamwork between operations staff and other plant personnel.
Ensure the facility meets or exceeds production demands at minimum cost and operates safely.
Ensure staff follows standard safety procedures and correct safety and environmental hazards.
Read, understand, and apply lockout/tagout procedures, safety rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Communicate clearly verbally and in writing using the intercom system, two-way radio, or face-to-face communication.
Anticipate, identify, and address typical, potential, or recurring problems.
Troubleshoot equipment and assist in diagnosing problem areas.
Operate equipment including industrial forklifts, man-lifts, skid steer-type loaders, and other equipment.
Promptly investigate accidents and near misses with the management team and ensure unsafe practices or conditions are addressed and eliminated.
Report to work during off-hours when emergency assistance or repairs are required.
Travel to other company facilities when additional support is needed.
Assume increased or reduced levels of responsibility when required or requested.
Assist with interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.
Perform other duties as assigned.