Power Plant Operations Shift Supervisor jobs in New York

WIN Waste Innovations is currently looking for an Operations Superintendent who will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the facility in accordance with all Company policies and standards, under the direction of the Operations Manager or Plant Manager.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Responsible for directing and supervising operations staff and other personnel to ensure the facility is operating and maintained in a clean, safe and efficient manner
• Maintains and enforces Company policies and procedures, environmental compliance, as well as safety and health requirements
• Trains shift personnel in safety procedures and equipment use, plant operating procedures, environmental standards and compliance
• Assists in the creation of plant training programs consistent with corporate policies, procedures and requirements, ensuring continued progress in the programs by shift personnel
• Assists the Operations Manager/Plant Manager in developing operational strategies to enhance reliability and efficiency
• Responsible for the enforcement and administration of all programs requiring a permit
• Makes daily inspections of buildings, machinery and equipment; inspects ongoing activities for safety and environmental compliance, and for adherence to standard operating procedures
• Performs administrative functions such as; conducting performance appraisals, completing disciplinary forms, accident and equipment damage reports, reviews and corrects time records, documentation of attendance and tardiness, and maintains employee performance event logs
• Creates work requests through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Develops and maintains plant operating data and reports, plant operating and emergency procedures
• Serves as management's representative during periods when upper management is off-site
• Writes reports, business correspondence, and operating procedures as required or directed by facility operations
• Decisively and effectively directs personnel during all situations
• Completes the Corporate and Plant Training Programs within the timeframe prescribed
• Fosters and promotes a culture of teamwork between operational staff and all other plant personnel
• Ensures the facility is operated to meet or exceed production demands at minimum costs
• Ensures that the facility and all personnel always operate safely and promotes an environment whereby safety is a priority
• Ensures staff follows standard safety procedures, corrects safety and environmental hazards
• Reads, understands, and applies information such as, lockout/tagout procedures, safety rules, job hazard analyses, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Communicates clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing, using the intercom system, two-way radio, or face to face
• Anticipates typical problems, identifies potential or recurring problems, and takes appropriate action
• Troubleshoots equipment and assists in diagnosing problem areas
• Operates other equipment including, but not limited to, industrial forklifts, man-lifts, skid steer type loaders, and other equipment
• Thoroughly and promptly investigates any accidents or near misses in conjunction with management team to ensure that any unsafe practices or conditions are addressed and eliminated immediately
• Responds and reports to work during off hours when emergency assistance or repairs are required
• Travels to other facilities within the company when additional support is required
• Assumes increased, and lesser levels of responsibility when required or requested
• Assists with interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, additional education would be plus
• Five years of Supervisor experience in power plant or manufacturing in a comparable role
• Knowledge and understanding of the operation, maintenance and control of a steam generating power plant
• Proficient in the use of safety equipment, including but not limited to all required OSHA personal and fire protection equipment
• Maintains all licenses as required by local, state, federal, environmental and/or health/safety regulatory agencies
• Skills, experience, and knowledge enough to acquire ASME QRO provisional license
• For all Massachusetts facility's, a 2nd Class Engineers license is required and the applicant must be able to demonstrate the skills, experience and knowledge to sit for a 1st Class Engineers license.

Work Environment:

Listed below are key points regarding environmental demands and work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Noise in work environment

Physical Demand:

• Stand
• Sit for prolonged periods of time
• Walk
• Handle tools, equipment, fine motor skills
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb and walk on heights often greater than 4 feet
• Stoop, kneel, bend, push, pull, crawl
• Ascend and descend stairs and stationary vertical ladders as part of normal work activity and emergency egress situations
• Lift 50 lbs.
• Move about all areas of the plant, including catwalks, deck grating, and uneven surfaces
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, corrected or otherwise
• Operate a 1.5-inch fire hose operating at 125 psi line pressure to the extent required to extinguish fire
• Operate fire extinguishing equipment ranging from handheld extinguishers to 200 lb portable units
• Access confined spaces and pressure vessels through standard 12" by 16" manways

PPE Required:

Work in areas under adverse conditions that may require the donning and use of personal protective equipment including, but not limited to, the following with average fatigue:

• Negative pressure respirator
• Positive pressure respirator
• Self-contained breathing apparatus (steel or composite bottle)
• Hardhat
• Approved safety shoes
• Eye protection
• Rubber suit and gloves
• Chemical resistant suit
• Heat resistant outerwear
• Flame resistant outerwear
• Approved hearing protection
• Gloves
• Safety harness

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person