Operations Manager

Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.

What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer:

• 15 days paid time off
• 10 Holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision (within 30 days of hire)
• Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
• Career growth and promotional opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement

JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for implementing and directing the day-to-day process control and operational activities, plans and programs to ensure efficient operation and 100% environment compliance.   Includes the direction and management of area customers, expenses, staffing (internal & external), revenues, equipment resources and participation in the sales processes of the area.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Directly supervise employees as well as sub-contract services.
• Interface with other business partners in evaluation and preparation of models and plans for new business.
• Interpret operational data and make operational changes as needed.
• Coordinate all maintenance / equipment activities.
• Successfully interface with environmental and regulatory agencies as well as generator and haulers to ensure efficiency processing and delivery of material.
• Achieve safety, compliance and operational budgetary goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manage, train, supervise and monitor performance of field and plant personnel to ensure safe and proper operation of equipment.
• Monitors and controls field and plant operations in accordance with manufacturers O&M manuals, SOP’s  and established company policies and procedures.
• Enforce and maintain company safety programs and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of land application processes and material handling/processes, operating procedures and standards, to properly instruct employees.
• Frequent independent decision-making to ensure safe and proper operations are adhered.
• Develop and maintain daily spreadsheets and operating reports relating to removal and materials land applied as well as compliance monitoring and documentation.
• Ensures that the facility operates within permit compliance, at/above its designed capacity.
• Reports weekly status covering all processing and maintenance related activities to Director of Operations.
• Exhibit at all times safe behavior and perform job in safe manner.

STATUS AND SCOPE

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information and situations, and know how to appropriately use discretion.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environmental, process work rapidly, set priorities, work under pressure and follow through with assigned tasks.
• Ability to assist EHS&T Manager with development and administration of training programs for staff.

COMPETENCIES

• Organizing:  Uses resources effectively and efficiently.

• Peer Relationships:  Is seen as a team player and is cooperative.

• Flexibility:   Is very flexible and adaptable, can act differently depending upon the situation.

• Time Management:  Values time, uses his/her time effectively and efficiently.

• Ethics and Values:  Adheres to an appropriate and effective set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times.

• Integrity and Trust:  Admits mistakes and is seen as a direct, truthful individual.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• 4 year Agricultural or Environmental degree preferred.
• 2-3 years management experience.
• Experience in agricultural or environmental industry required.
• Must have computer skills and experience with Word, Excel.
• Strong organizational, time management and attention to detail required.
• Knowledge of OSHA and state/federal safety rules and regulations preferred

AA/EOE/M/F/D/V

We thank all individuals for their interest in Synagro, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Qualifications Skills Required Analytical Expert Ability to pay attention to detail Expert Building Relationships Expert Verbal and Written Communication Expert Ability to obtain state certificates/licenses Expert Flexible with schedule and changes Expert Ability to instruct and guide others Expert Interpersonal Expert Mechanical and electrical aptitude Expert Microsoft Expert Organized Expert Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work Expert People Management Expert Problem Solving Expert Process and systems oriented Expert Ability to recognize hazards in the workplace Expert Safety Minded Expert Ability to self manage Expert Technical Savvy Expert Technology Savvy Expert Education Preferred Bachelors or better. Equal Opportunity Employer
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