Industrial Site Operations Supervisor

Casella Waste Systems, Inc; Franklin (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Maternity & Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

401K

Employee Awards

Employee Assistance Plan

Wellness Incentive

Tuition Assistance

Career Pathways

More

Job summary

Casella Waste Systems, Inc is seeking an Operations Supervisor to supervise the onsite Resource Management program with safety at the forefront. The role focuses on process improvements, coaching staff, and maintaining strong customer relationships to support operations and Casella's goals.

The position emphasizes leadership, safety compliance, and continuous improvement across collection, material handling, and equipment maintenance, with room for advancement based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2-4 years of industrial operations/manufacturing experience required.
• 6 months to 1 year operating various equipment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs frequently, 65 lbs several times, and stand up to 8 hours daily.
• Technical school education focused on industrial arts and CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to ensure efficient, safe performance.
• Train new employees on daily operation expectations and procedures.
• Maintain clear communication with Operations Manager and customer contacts.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in collection methods, material handling, and safety.
• Schedule material movements (MSW, metals, organics, non-regulated waste, recyclables).
• Maintain safety as the top priority through equipment maintenance and facility checklists.
• Provide leadership by setting goals, coaching, and developing team members.

Skills

Listening

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Forklift operation

Equipment operation

Lockout/Tagout

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Industrial arts/Technical school training

CDL preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

The Operations Supervisor is responsible forsupervisingthe onsite Resource Management program to ensure that safety is at the forefront of all operations, provides opportunity for improvement in processes for both Casella and the customer, and encourages employees to progress in their careers.Hiring Range - $75,000 - $85,000 based on experience and with room for advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages and maintains daily activities to ensure operations arecompleted in an efficient and safe manner.


• Trains new employees of the expectations and procedures of daily operations.

• Maintains a clear line of communication and positive relationships with key contacts within the program including Operations Manager, Primary Customer contacts and additional customer contacts.


• Assists in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement on collection methods, increasing material values, material contamination, disposition, and provides insight and feedback about safety and development.


• Schedules material movements including MSW, metals, organics, non-regulated waste, and recyclables.


• Maintains safety as the center of focus by keeping up with equipment maintenance as needed and completing facility checklists


• Demonstrates effective leadership skills by communicating clear goals, coaching team members on achieving goals, providing development opportunities to ensure employees attain the necessary skills to obtain results, organizing team initiatives.

• Manages and provides leadership to team members by effectively communicating, establishing clear goals and objectives, coaching team members on achieving goals, and ensuring access to training and development opportunities that assist employees in attaining the necessary skills to achieve team and corporate results.


• Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values.


• Ensures compliance with all company, state, and federal policies, regulations, and laws regarding employment and employee safety.

Education, Experience & Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, 2-4 years of industrial operations and manufacturing experience, a minimum of 6 months to 1 years of experience operating various types of equipment. A valid driver’s license, and a physical ability to lift 30lbs frequently, 65lbs. several times and stand for up to 8 hours a day is necessary. Although not required, a technical school education with a focus on industrial arts and a valid CDL license or the ability to attain one are preferred.

Excellent listening, verbal and written communication and problem solving skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, Equipment operation skills (forklift, box truck, grinder) and knowledge of lock out tag out procedures are desired.

Attributes

Responsible, team-oriented individual who is committed to safety, demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills, committed to customer service and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on detailed information.

Benefits

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Life & Disability Insurance


• Maternity & Parental Leave


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Discounted Stock Program


• 401K


• Employee Awards


• Employee Assistance Plan


• Wellness Incentive


• Tuition Assistance


• Career Pathways


• More