Sr Supervisor--Water Treatment Plant - 105777
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:Primary RoleResponsible for supervising front-line personnel and implementing operational processes that are engaged in the functional area of Production for water operations in the Northeast, PA area. This role will oversee multiple plants in the Luzerne County, PA area.
Key Accountabilities * Supervise a team of front-line staff engaged in production operations. * Schedule training and development activities to ensure that personnel obtain and maintain appropriate operator certifications from regulating agencies. * Participate in the resolution of union and/or non-union labor issues. * Record, compile and provide operating data to track the financial performance of production operations. * Coordinate the construction of new and/or upgraded production facilities in accordance with approved CAPEX budget. * Implement a preventative maintenance program for capital assets that provides OPEX savings and defers CAPEX spending, where possible. * Day-to-day implementation of security efforts at all production facilities. * Supervise daily activities to ensure that adequate quantities of treated water meeting all regulatory standards are provided to customers at all times. * Supervise operational and business processes to ensure that American Water policies are followed, best practices are implemented, and internal/external reporting requirements are satisfied.
Knowledge/Skills * Strong project management skills(e.g, planning, organizing, directing, monitoring and reporting of project activities * Good verbal and written communication skills(e.g, presentation, listening, reporting writing) * Strong interpersonal skills(tact/diplomacy,persuasion,cooperation, and ability to motivate others. * Computer literacy. Competent in the use of Microsoft Office, SAP, SCADA and other programs utilized by the business. * Financial analysis skills, including budget management and basic accounting knowledge. * Knowledge of the regulated water business and the regulations impacting the business. * Knowledge of company policies and procedures, practices, and trends. * Knowledge of process and operational areas.
Experience/Education * High school diploma/GED required. * Bachelor's degree in operational discipline, management, or related technical discipline preferred. * Two (2) years' relevant work experience. * Five (5) years' relevant work experience preferred.
Certifications and Licenses * Driver's License required and ability to pass motor vehicle record check. * PA DEP Water Treatment License preferred or ability to obtain within company guidelines.
Other * Ability to be available to take calls after hours, holidays, and weekends as needed to support Plant personnel.
CompetenciesPrioritizes & Role Models SafetySelf-AwarenessDevelops TalentPlans, Aligns, & DirectsDrives EngagementDecision Quality
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