Operations Supervisor (Route Supervisor)

Athens Services; Irwindale (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits

401K

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Career plan

Recognition programs

Professional development learning

Excellent work environment

Job summary

Athens Services in Irwindale, CA is seeking an Operations Supervisor to manage a manufacturing-focused division, oversee day-to-day operations, and drive efficiency and safety. The role includes P&L responsibility, leadership of compost, transportation and maintenance teams, and liaison with vendors and customers.

You will lead budgeting efforts, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster staff development while pursuing continuous environmental and operational improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 7–10 years of management experience.
• Experience managing a manufacturing operation with mechanical and processing equipment.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, Dust Control, and related regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal and coaching abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to interface with public/regulatory agencies and political contacts.
• Ability to perform physical requirements with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Manage performance of operations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance to meet performance standards.
• Full P&L responsibility for the division, including revenue growth and cost management.
• Lead teams in compost operations, transportation, and maintenance.
• Ensure optimal workflow, staffing, and equipment utilization to achieve goals.
• Develop and coach staff; communicate goals and provide feedback.
• Ensure facility compliance with all regulations (Federal, State, OSHA, Local).
• Lead meetings with Leadership Team; review monthly results with Board/Executive Team.
• Develop annual operating budget including revenue, costs, and capital projects.
• Oversee sales of commodities with quality and pricing.
• Engage with vendors, customers, and business associates.
• Participate in interview process to hire qualified personnel.
• Establish safety procedures for employees, customers, and visitors.
• Promote a safe, energetic work environment with recognition.
• Maintain cleanliness and preventive maintenance of facility and assets.
• Solid understanding of composting operations, equipment, and tech.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Coaching and development

Customer service

Regulatory interfacing

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Summary
The Operations Supervisor at American Organics oversees all business areas within their assigned division, including revenue growth and cost management. Additionally, they play a pivotal role in upholding stringent environmental safety standards by implementing sustainable practices, such as composting, to manage organic waste efficiently. This entails overseeing day-to-day operations while actively seeking opportunities for continuous improvement in both environmental management and operational efficiency.

Summary
The Operations Supervisor at American Organics oversees all business areas within their assigned division, including revenue growth and cost management. Additionally, they play a pivotal role in upholding stringent environmental safety standards by implementing sustainable practices, such as composting, to manage organic waste efficiently. This entails overseeing day-to-day operations while actively seeking opportunities for continuous improvement in both environmental management and operational efficiency.

Job Description

• Manage performance of operations
• Manage the day-to-day operations and maintenance, meeting performance standards and productivity metrics.
• Full P&L responsibility of assigned Division, including all business aspects of operation (revenue growth, cost management, compliance, personnel development, capital projects, and budget development).
• Effectively lead team of employees in operation that include compost operations, transportation, and maintenance.
• Responsible for ensuring optimal workflow, staffing levels, and equipment utilization to achieve production and financial goals.
• Develop and coach staff; effectively communicate goals and expectations, and provide feedback on performance to employees.
• Ensure that facility is in compliance with all Federal, State, OSHA and Local regulations and requirements.
• Lead scheduled Operations meetings with Leadership Team.
• Review and analyze monthly financial/operational results with Board of Directors and Executive Team.
• Develop annual operating budget which includes revenue, cost projections, and capital projects.
• Manage Sales of Commodities, ensuring quality, competitive pricing, and movement of material.
• Effectively interact and communicate with vendors, customers, and other business associates.
• Engaging in the interview process in order to hire the most talented and qualified personnel.
• Establish the necessary procedures to ensure overall safety of employees, customers and visitors.
• Engage employees to create a safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of facility, equipment, and property through inspections and preventive maintenance programs.
• Well versed in all aspects of composting operations including latest equipment and technology,
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 7 to 10 year's management experience.
• Experience managing a manufacturing operation with mechanical and processing equipment.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, Dust Control, and other related state and federal regulations.
• Must have demonstrated leadership, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to coach and develop subordinates.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively interface with general public and regulatory agencies as well as political contacts.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a waste-recycling composting operations or industrial or manufacturing environment.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday with one day off and every Saturday from 5:00AM until last Driver comes in based on city overseen

Salary Range:

$70,304 - $92,335 annually

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran