Shift Supervisor

Job Description
BENEFITS
Veolia's comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental and vision insurance. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.
Position Purpose:
Directs and manages the wastewater treatment operations and the energy utilization processes on a rotating shift at the Jones Island to ensure safe continuity of operations, the execution of proper technical procedures and management policies that result in cost-effective VW contract compliance and compliance with all applicable permits and regulations.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities:
Directs plant wastewater, bio solids and energy utilization and power generation processes on a rotating shift to ensure safe, cost effective and efficient operations to meet VW contract and all regulatory requirements.
Maintains a sufficient staff of bargaining unit operating personnel on shift;
and reports attendance on a day-today basis.
Provides first line supervision to the shift personnel subordinates for equipment usage and processes.
Monitors the Drying and Dewatering Facility for proper operation and product primarily during nights and weekends.
Trains, coaches, lead the shift workers in safety training, on-the-job practices and execution of Standard Operating Procedures and process directives. Inspects facilities for cleanliness, housekeeping, and unsafe conditions and conducts investigation of safety incidents or accidents. Reports unsafe conditions and files reports on injuries.
Administers management policies and directives, trains and evaluates subordinate staff including administering discipline as required.
Provides recommendations for improving operations, cost reductions and energy savings.
Optimizes the processes at the plants, within the process and technical limitations of the systems.
Writes/ scopes work orders and properly communicates to plant maintenance supervisors, applying knowledge and experience to identify, diagnose and troubleshoot the source of the problem with recommended remedial action.
Reacts prudently and appropriately to unpredictable emergencies and situations created by plant capitalconstruction interferences, weather, power outages and equipment failures in order to prevent human injury, equipment damage or permit violations.
Provides coordination and communication with Field/Collection Manager and Console Operators for all major wet weather events.
Assists in the hiring/interviewing process of department staff.
Assists in the grievance resolution process.
The freedom to act is guided by operational directives and procedures, along with backup communication with plant engineering and operational management.