Operations Supervisor I

• Supervise employees at the assigned plant or department
• Perform job duties in a safe manner compliant with policies, procedures and practices
• Model professional behavior
• report to work as scheduled, on time and prepared to work
• Work flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends and holidays
• Conduct laboratory analytical testing for product quality assurance/ control
• and routine tests
• Operate, maintain, install and repair (automatic and semi-automatic machines) equipment including pumps, valves, gates, mixers, chemical feed, dust collector and odor control systems
• Monitor control panels, adjusts valves and gates
• Monitor flow meters, gauges, flow ratios, pressures and related controls through instrument panels, computer terminals and programmable logic control units in assigned area
• Monitor and document operating conditions/observations and data in shift log daily
• Diagnose basic operational problems and take corrective action per procedure
• Verify and report suspected malfunctions and variances as directed and take corrective actions
• Ability to work independently in compliance with given instructions and direction
• Perform grab and go field tests in order to adjust chemical dosages for processes
• Comply with appearance and dress policies to ensure a safe and professional work environment
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as defined by policy, work practices, and customer
• Maintain a safe, neat and clean work environment this includes: work area and equipment
• Work effectively in a team environment and provide support and assistance to others
• Assist with collecting data and completing reports/ projects to support business operations
• Lead special projects to improve safety, operations, and employee development
• Train other employees to safely and properly use equipment at site
• Take initiative to offer solutions and assist in problem solving at site
• Engage with customers within scope of responsibility to provide work updates and notifications
• Commitment to promoting and creating a safety centric culture and positive work environment
• Perform other job duties as requested to support business operations

• Degree in a related field (24 credits in Chemistry is a plus) or equivalent experience
• Five to seven years in various positions within a water / wastewater treatment environment with knowledge of methods, principles and practices of operating, maintaining and repairing water treatment plant equipment, instrumentation and associated systems
• Lead experience or supervisory training required with understanding of human relations, training, performance evaluation and health and safety
• Must have an understanding of water /wastewater treatment process engineering, water quality assurance, maintenance strategy and laboratory procedures
• Must demonstrate effective skills in troubleshooting, problem solving and team building
• Ingenuity and initiative are required to coordinate problem resolution and to execute the schedule requirements within a team environment
• Must have a general knowledge of budget preparation and understanding of cost control
• Demonstrated excellent verbal communications and interpersonal skills in order to interface with and motivate all levels of personnel
• Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate, timely, effective, complete and easily understood written communications and reports
• Proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment)
• 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
• Must be able to respond to emergency calls as needed and work extended hours to accommodate site needs
• Demonstrated commitment to compliance with applicable laws and regulations, the Company's Code of Business Conduct and other Company policies and procedures
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check

24 credits in Chemistry

• Paid time off policies
• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• savings accounts
• tuition reimbursement
• paid volunteering
• employer sponsored 401(k) plan