Operations Supervisor

GFL Environmental•Morristown, TN

About The Position

The Operations Supervisor safely monitors and supervises site operations and employees, ensures equipment is in proper working order, and provides leadership that supports positive employee/employer relations. The role promotes a professional corporate image, effective resource management, sound risk management, high production standards, business expansion, and profitable operations. The Operations Manager selects, supervises, and trains employees in coordination with the role.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of supervisory experience.
A combination of education and/or experience.
For transfer station positions, obtain SWANA-certified transfer station operator certification within 60 days of hire.
For landfill positions, have one year of experience operating a horizontal baler and bobcat/forklift.
For landfill positions, successfully complete training for certification in Freon removal and handling hazardous materials, including motor oil, lead-acid batteries, PCBs, and CFCs.
Excellent leadership, communication, and management skills.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, instruction and procedure manuals, routing reports, and correspondence.
Ability to satisfactorily perform all required duties.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.
Visual ability including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience in the waste industry, preferably in landfill or transfer operations.

Responsibilities

Screen, select, hire, train, develop, and evaluate personnel to sustain a productive and motivated workforce and meet service commitments.
Adhere to wage and hour laws and compensate personnel according to established guidelines.
Ensure safe working conditions at each job.
Develop and implement a preventive maintenance program to reduce downtime and maintenance costs and achieve the lowest possible cost of service.
Schedule and conduct safety meetings, document attendees and topics, and ensure employees follow safety guidelines and perform duties safely.
Maintain necessary records.
Manage inventory of supplies and materials.
Operate equipment as necessary.
Comply with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, other orders, and company policies, procedures, and supervisor directives.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.