Operations Supervisor (Route Supervisor)

Athens Services; Vincent (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation and Sick Time

Career plan

Recognition programs

Professional development learning

Exceptional work environment

Job summary

American Organics is seeking an Operations Supervisor to oversee all business areas within the assigned division, driving revenue growth, cost control, and rigorous environmental safety practices. You will lead composting, transportation, and maintenance, manage day-to-day operations, and collaborate with leadership to optimize workflow, staffing, and equipment utilization.

A bachelor’s degree and 7–10 years of manufacturing leadership experience are required, with strong problem solving,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 7–10 years of manufacturing management experience.
• Experience managing operations with mechanical and processing equipment.
• Familiarity with DOT, OSHA, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage performance of operations.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and maintenance to meet productivity metrics.
• Full P&L responsibility for the division, including revenue growth, cost management, compliance, and budget development.
• Lead teams across compost operations, transportation, and maintenance.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across the facility.
• Lead scheduled Operations meetings with Leadership Team.
• Review monthly financial/operational results with leadership.
• Develop annual operating budgets including revenue, cost projections, and capital projects.
• Interact with vendors, customers, and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

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.

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