The Operations Supervisor will oversee all operations activities within the assigned geographical area. This role is responsible for driver or laborer safety and operational efficiency. This role observes and analyzes the overall efficiency of the department to ensure things are moving smoothly as well as report findings to upper management as needed.
Reports To
Operations Manager
Operations Management
Responsible for driver or laborer safety including safety training, safety planning, incident reporting, etc.
Accountable for scheduling shifts, planning for call-ins/no shows, and reporting department metrics and performance
Responsible for facility or route optimization and coverage at all times
Proactively evaluate and perform facility, area or route visits and assessments
If applicable, evaluate customer support and problem solving to find solutions to customer issues
Respond positively to unpredictable situations or problems that can occur throughout their work responsibilities
People Management
Responsible for leading and supervising laborers or drivers within the assigned facility or geographical area by continually evaluating performance and delivering feedback
Respond positively to unpredictable situations or problems that can occur throughout work responsibilities
Set a motivational tone and establish a high degree of optimism focused on employees in the work environment
High school diploma or GED is required
3-5 years of experience as Operations Supervisor, preferably from the waste management, manufacturing or trucking/transportation Industry
Must have a commercial drivers license (CDL) or willing to obtain one (if supervising drivers)
Ability to multi-task
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
Must be a self-starter with a strong level of accountability
Essential to be detailed oriented
Upbeat and energized to complete tasks with a positive attitude
Must work well under pressure
Excellent Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook Software Skills
Ability to perform physical requirements of the job
Ability to work in all weather conditions
Experience with routine maintenance operations
Fluency in Spanish is a plus
Physical Demands / Environmental Factors
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand the duration of the shift; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
Occasionally required to sit and walk
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or ask for a "team lift" when required
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Some regional travel may be required
Required
Preferred
Job Industries
Other
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Waste Collection
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