Operations Supervisor

About the role

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes. Our Vision Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment. Our Business Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals. Our Value Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world. All that we're missing is you. Apply today! Job Description The Operations Supervisor reports directly to the Operations Manager and is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant systems. This role continuously monitors and controls plant operations, responds to alarms, executes approved start‑up and shutdown procedures, and ensures compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational commitments. The Operations Supervisor provides strong leadership to the operations team, manages critical and emergency situations, and maintains high standards of performance, teamwork, and accountability. Please note that a sign-on bonus is available for this position.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, control, and optimize plant systems to ensure safe and environmentally compliant operations
• Respond to alarms and abnormal conditions by taking appropriate corrective actions
• Execute plant start‑ups, shutdowns, and outages in accordance with approved procedures
• Manage and prioritize tasks during emergency conditions, providing clear operational, safety, and environmental direction
• Lead shift turnover meetings and participate in daily morning meetings to ensure staffing, materials, and resources are aligned
• Maintain operational consistency through Leader Standard Work and adherence to standard operating procedures
• Detect, evaluate, document, and resolve deviations from approved plans and procedures
• Monitor production progress against established targets and schedules
• Identify, escalate, and drive resolution of roadblocks impacting safety, quality, and productivity
• Leadership & People Management
• Supervise, coach, and develop operations personnel to maximize performance and engagement
• Build and maintain strong morale and efficiency within the Operations department
• Interview, hire, train, and onboard team members in accordance with Reworld policies and applicable laws
• Establish expectations, provide frequent performance feedback, and ensure accountability through progressive discipline
• Promote employee development, certification, and recertification across critical and non‑critical operations
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of Auxiliary Operator and Control Room Operator roles and stand watch as needed
• Safety & Continuous Improvement
• Demonstrate and enforce safe work practices at all times; serve as a visible safety role model
• Lead efforts to promote a strong safety culture and hold daily safety interactions with employees
• Identify and correct unsafe acts and hazardous conditions in a timely manner
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence
• Implement and sustain the 5S program, including auditing for long‑term effectiveness
• Develop and update SOPs, Standard Work, and Visual Management tools as required
• Standardize shift turnover processes and daily operational meetings
• Schedule & Flexibility
• Regular schedule: Monday-Friday
• Must be flexible to cover other Supervisors' shifts during PTO, outages, and as business needs require
• Year‑round operation requiring rotating 12‑hour shifts
• Physical & Work Requirements
• Ability to work in confined spaces and closed quarters
• Ability to climb ladders and structures and work at heights
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to tolerate high temperatures and industrial environments

Requirements

• 5-7 years of relevant operations or industrial supervisory experience
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Strong leadership, communication, decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills
• Detail‑oriented with strong analytical abilities and independent judgment
• Ability to manage critical events calmly and decisively
• Must obtain ASME QRO Provisional Certification within six (6) months and pass certification within twelve (12) months of hire
• What We Offer You
• In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.
• Additional details are available at https://www.reworld

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