Operations Supervisor

Veolia Environnement SA•Bastrop, LA

4h•Hybrid

About The Position

In the role of Operations Supervisor, the successful candidate will support site leadership in managing daily operations, ensuring that all activities align with organizational goals and operational standards. They will address operational challenges, provide hands-on assistance, and contribute to effective solutions. This role involves relaying site information to team members, fostering a positive environment, and managing various responsibilities as needed. The Operations Supervisor will also assist in maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED is required.
A degree in a related field (24 credits in Chemistry is a plus) or equivalent related experience.
Five to seven years in various positions within a water / wastewater treatment environment.
Lead or supervisory experience.
Understanding of water treatment process.
Troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
Budget knowledge.
Communications and interpersonal skills Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate, timely, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports.
PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) proficiency.
PC skills and knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software for preparing work related reports, charts, graphs and data submittal requirements.
Ability to use computer systems for preparing work orders and purchase requisitions.
On-call availability.
Demonstrated commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and other Company policies and procedures.
HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Level I and II certification if required by site.
Forklift certification if required by site or any other certifications as required.
Knowledge of current and pending water treatment standards, regulations and federal, state and local laws and codes if helpful.
Amount of time spent – Standing 25%, Sitting 25%, Walking 50%.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch and enter confined spaces.
May be required to use ladders or stairs.
The employee must lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (occasionally 60 pounds).
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Requires close visual observation to detect process non-conformance and machine malfunction.

Nice To Haves

24 credits in Chemistry is a plus
Knowledge of current and pending water treatment standards, regulations and federal, state and local laws and codes if helpful.

Responsibilities

Foster teamwork and collaboration.
Supports site leadership in managing team performance.
Liaising with site leadership, staff, and external stakeholders.
Provides support in client communications.
Assists in promoting a safety-first culture.
Mentor junior team members.
Demonstrates a desire to grow into a future leadership role, with a focus on developing both operational and leadership skills.
Assigns personnel to shifts and plans daily schedules.
Prepares work orders and reports from a CMMS system.
Ensures process control and quality assurance.
Reviews water reports, and prepares related documentation.
Make adjustments to the process as it relates to laboratory data.
Provides leadership in the Health and Safety Program and achieving safety goals.
Establishes operations and maintenance schedules and diagnoses equipment failures.
Recommends and maintains emergency action plans and updates or develops SOPs.
Promote a positive work culture.
Manage resources.
Communicate goals to the members.
Evaluate, mentor, and supervise team.
Implement and enforce safety protocols.
Conduct regular safety training performance.
Oversee contract execution.
Ensure adherence to procedures and permit requirements.
Monitor project performance.
Maintain quality standards.
Coordinate problem resolution.
Build and maintain customer relations.
Respond to inquiries.
Assist in improving customer experience.
Identify and implement efficiencies.
Monitor financial transactions and optimize resource utilization.
Support the Operations Manager or Site Leader with facility operations and troubleshooting.