POSITION SUMMARY: The Operations Supervisor provides direct supervision for a specific work shift of waste handling activities - including sampling, analysis processing, documentation and disposition - which are received at or shipped from the facility. The Operations Supervisor ensures plant and personnel safety by enforcing safety procedures and providing training as required. Participates in the selection, development, and evaluation of team members to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversees and directs the work of operations staff. Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; performance management, and problem resolution.
Supervises inventory compliance and maintenance of supplies.
Coordinates with vendors, transporters, and treatment facilities.
Prior certification and/or training on compact construction equipment, such as Loader/Excavator, or other yellow iron.
Oversees housekeeping of all waste handling/processing areas of the plant and ensures proper storage and handling of process chemicals.
Directs off-loading operations for receipt of materials into the facility's storage and waste processing systems.
Ensures the safe, effective treatment of wastes by providing collection and analysis of waste samples from inbound trucks and treatment simulation of truck samples.
Makes decisions consistent with waste profile data and facility operating permits.
Determine batch clearance approvals for filtering effluent.
Collects post-treatment waste samples to determine suitability for ultimate disposition of bulk quantities of treated waste.
Notifies appropriate facility personnel of any maintenance requirements for plant and transportation equipment.
Reviews and signs RCRA manifests.
Ensures that all staff abide by all safety rules and procedures.
Trains facility staff on processing procedures.
Participates directly in emergency response operations relating to activities conducted at the facility's site and transportation activities, both on and off-site, which involve the facility's equipment and team members.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with policies and applicable laws.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience managing a team, operations, equipment, waste processing and recycling techniques.
Knowledge of receiving, purchasing, work orders, special licenses, and DOT training.
Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail. Must be able to prioritize, stay focused and handle multiple, diverse responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
3-5 years of increasing responsibility in relevant roles.
A solid understanding of hazardous waste management practices.
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.
Republic Services complies with federal and provincial disability laws and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with a disability who need assistance with the application or interview process. If you require an accommodation, please contact us at 855-444-4079 or [email protected].ABOUT THE COMPANY
Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.
In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.
Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.
Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.
Our company values guide our daily actions:
Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.
Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers’ expectations.
Environmentally Responsible: We take action to improve our environment.
Driven: We deliver results in the right way.
Human-Centered: We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.
We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 4.6 million people in 2023 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.
STRATEGY
Republic Services’ strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers’ multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.
We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.
With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.
Recycling and Waste
We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers’ specific needs.
Environmental Solutions
Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.
SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION
Republic’s recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.
The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility. This innovative site processes rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.
We continue to advance decarbonization at our landfills. As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028.
RECENT RECOGNITION
Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies
CDP Discloser
Dow Jones Sustainability Indices
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Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies
Great Place to Work
Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global
Skills Required
- 3-5 years of increasing responsibility in relevant roles.
- Prior certification and/or training on compact construction equipment.
- Solid understanding of hazardous waste management practices.
What We Do
Trust earned through action—day after day—that's our pledge to you. With resolve and professionalism. Our Company Today: Republic Services, is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and non-hazardous solid waste disposal. Through its subsidiaries, Republic’s collection companies, transfer stations, recycling centers and landfills focus on providing reliable environmental services and solutions for 14 million commercial, industrial, municipal and residential customers. Our Customers: We want our customers to feel at ease because of the reliability of our services, uplifted by the environmental impact they can make partnering with Republic, and delighted by the simple solutions and array of services we provide. We’ll handle it from here™, Republic’s tagline, lets our customers know that they can count on us to provide an effortless experience; backs the promise that we will be on-time, never miss a pickup and leave the area clean; supports our promise to deliver superior products and services to meet their customers’ needs; and remind them about our environmental commitment. Our Environmental Commitment: We believe in protecting the planet and applying common sense solutions to customers’ waste and recycling challenges. We are significantly invested in materials recovery and other recycling operations that sort, process and sell recyclable paper, aluminum, glass and other materials. We also continue to expand our planet-friendly fleet of trucks, with over 10% of our fleet powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). Our Company takes pride in the commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices; renewable energy; community involvement; the safety of our employees; and innovation in all aspects of our business operations. Our People: We employ approximately 36,000 full-time employees and work to create and maintain an environment that attracts, develops and retains people who assure our success with customers, differentiate us from our competitors. We want to be an employer of choice for top talent.
