Production Supervisor - Water Technologies - Night Shift

Veolia, activité Eau, Région Est; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Production Supervisor to coordinate manufacturing activities on a 6pm-6am Pittman schedule. The role focuses on safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost control, with Lean and 5S improvements, equipment maintenance, and staff development.

The position requires substantial experience in operations, strong leadership, and familiarity with SAP and regulatory standards; travel may be involved to support multiple sites and equipment turnover.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 8–10 years in operations/management.
• Associate degree in Science/Process Tech with 6–8 years experience.
• BS in Biology, Chemistry, Business or Engineering; plus 2+ years in ops/management is preferred.
• Knowledge of water treatment processes incl. deionization, softening, RO and deoxygenation preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations and compliance; 5S; SAP; EHS regulations.

Responsibilities

• Promotes productive, safe, compliant environment (EHS & safety).
• Leads by example; supports training and staff development.
• Delivers production reporting (SAP, Tableau, site reports) and coordinates schedules.
• Manages logistics for mobile water treatment equipment to customer sites.
• Oversees operations and improvements in chemical use, utilities, and inventory.
• Participates in hiring regeneration, door work, and membrane technicians.

Skills

Water treatment knowledge

DOT compliance

5S

SAP

EHS regulations

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma/GED with 8-10 years experience

Associate’s degree in Science/Process Tech with 6-8 years experience

BS in Biology, Chemistry, Business, or Engineering

+2 years operations/management experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Full-time
• Contract type: Standard

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.

• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 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.