Operations Supervisor - Upper Rock Landfill

Republic Services•East Moline, IL
•$75,100 - $103,300

About The Position

Within a division, the Operations Supervisor – Landfill supervises Lead Operators, Operators and/or General Laborers who contribute to the efficient operation of the landfill. The role ensures fill sequencing plans are followed, density goals are achieved, and landfill operations comply with the applicable permit. The supervisor works with the Operations Manager and General Manager to implement tactical initiatives that support functional excellence and budget achievement. The position leads operations in compliance with safety, environmental, operating, regulatory, accounting, ethics and other standards, and supports employee engagement while delivering on safety, customer experience and efficiency.

Requirements

  • Ability to direct a large staff.
  • Process-oriented and results-oriented approach to setting and pursuing aggressive goals, with commitment to organizational success and ability to marshal resources.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving, analytical, critical-thinking and decision-making skills.
  • Collaborative approach and ability to build and work with teams.
  • Creative thinking and willingness to challenge conventional solutions.
  • Demonstrated and promoted ethical behavior.
  • Strong leadership skills and sound judgment of talent, with emphasis on hiring and developing high-performance teams.
  • Experience in labor relations.
  • State certification as required by regulation.
  • Minimum of 1 year of lead or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and communicate safety goals and objectives.
  • Identify and remove unsafe conditions or situations related to the landfill.
  • Partner with maintenance to keep equipment in working order and compliant with safety standards.
  • Oversee safety and accident prevention programs, maintain loss control and safety programs, and promote a safe, productive work environment.
  • Engage employees in safety through personal commitment, demonstration and outreach.
  • Provide customer service that meets or exceeds expectations.
  • Coordinate timely communications with stakeholders regarding unusual service requests, equipment breakdowns and schedule changes.
  • Work with customers to resolve issues and improve the customer experience.
  • Represent the Company positively to support customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Establish productivity goals, uphold operating standards, and manage labor hours and disposal expenses in line with plans.
  • Execute operational plans to help achieve or exceed divisional budget goals.
  • Support service delivery and work with maintenance on fleet quality and maintenance.
  • Create a collaborative and communicative team environment that encourages employee engagement.
  • Develop team talent, understand employees’ career goals and coach them for advancement.
  • Perform other job-related duties as needed or assigned.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage
  • Dental plans
  • Vision coverage
  • Health care and dependent care spending accounts
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Life insurance
  • Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee discount programs
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Annual incentive plan target bonus of 10%
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