Production Supervisor - Water Technologies - Night Shift

Veolia; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (1

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Production Supervisor to coordinate manufacturing activities on our Pittman shift (6pm–6am; 3 on/2 off/2 on/3 off). You will drive Lean/5S initiatives, ensure quality and safety, and manage materials, schedules, and staffing to sustain operations.

You will mentor frontline staff, support continuous improvement projects, and maintain compliance with environmental permits and regulations. This role emphasizes teamwork and operational excellence within a dynamic facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with 8–10 years in operations or management; or Associate’s degree with 6–8 years of experience.
• BS preferred; additional years of operations/management experience welcome.

Responsibilities

• Promotes productivity, quality, and EHS excellence.
• Acts as EHS champion, promotes safety standards, and environmental responsibility.
• Delivers regular production reports (SAP, Tableau, other reports).
• Leads by example; builds strong relationships with plant staff and vendors.
• Manages logistics of mobile water treatment equipment for dispatch; ensures quality and customer satisfaction.
• Oversees projects related to chemical and utility usage, wastewater treatment, and equipment turnover.
• Participates in interviewing and hiring regeneration, door work, and membrane technicians.
• Ensures SAP inventory orders are entered accurately and on schedule.

Skills

Water treatment

DOT compliance

5S

SAP

EHS regulations

Leadership

Communication

Safety manuals

Education

High school diploma / GED

Associate’s degree in Science or Process Tech

BS in Biology, Chemistry, Business, or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Tech Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Job Summary:
The Production Supervisor coordinates and directs manufacturing activities during assigned shifts to meet safety, quality, and on-time delivery goals. This role supports operational performance by planning daily production workflows, helping optimize unit profitability, managing variable costs, and ensuring compliance with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and ISO standards. The Production Supervisor also leads front-line personnel, drives continuous improvement efforts such as Lean and 5S, manages inventory and equipment maintenance, and supports team development and succession planning.

Working Schedule:

• Pittman Schedule - 3 on/2off/2on/3off
• Working hours: 6pm-6am

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Promotes working environment to achieve excellence in productivity, Quality, and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)
• Acts as an EHS champion by proactively promoting safety standards, leading incident prevention efforts, and fostering a culture of environmental responsibility across all production activities
• Delivers regular internal reporting of production activities including, but not limited to standard SAP, Tableau and locally generated reports to site leadership
• Leads by example & develops close working relationships with the plant staff and specific vendors
• Manages the logistics of preparing mobile water treatment equipment for dispatch to customer sites, ensuring quality & customer satisfaction
• Oversees operations and continuous improvement projects related to chemical and utility usage, wastewater treatment, regeneration efficiency, water treatment equipment turnover, procurement, maintenance, and inventory management.
• Participates in selecting, interviewing, and hiring new regeneration, door work, and membrane technicians.
• Ensures inventory-related orders are entered into SAP accurately and on schedule to support timely replenishment, production readiness, and effective materials management.
• Oversees team training by identifying EHS and technical training needs, assigning required coursework, supporting completion, and ensuring employees are prepared to perform work safely, effectively, and in compliance with applicable procedures.
• Provides hands‑on support in production areas as needed by stepping in to cover operational gaps, maintain workflow continuity, and help ensure production goals are met safely and efficiently.
• Manages daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to support operational priorities, resource planning, and timely completion of production activities.
• Maintains compliance with wastewater requirements and applicable permits.
• Manages the work‑permit process by securing required permits, verifying completion of necessary approvals, and ensuring permitted activities are performed safely and in compliance with applicable procedures.
• Demonstrates strong multitasking skills by effectively balancing competing priorities, coordinating multiple activities, and maintaining focus in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of water treatment processes including deionization, softening, reverse osmosis and deoxygenation preferred
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance
• Knowledge of 5S
• Knowledge of SAP
• Advanced knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety Regulations
• Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and awareness
• Ability to read and interpret instructions and safety manuals

Education & Experience:

Required

• High school diploma/GED with at least 8-10 years of experience in an operations or management position -OR-
• Associate’s degree in a Science or Process Tech with6-8 years of experience

Preferred

• BS in Biology, Chemistry, Business, or engineering
• At least two additional years of operations or management experience

Working Conditions:

• Work takes place in a range of environments including but not limited to industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, and power industry facilities.
• Required travel10%
• Pittman Schedule - 3 on/2off/2on/3off
• Working hours: 6pm-6am

Additional Information

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team.

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

We also offer...
Opportunity for advancement. A place to build a career!
Training in valuable skills
Opportunity for new challenges. We’re growing!
Strong leadership team!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and considers all applications equally, without discrimination.

****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H-1B visa) for this opportunity****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company, and no fee will be due.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.