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SHIFT PRODUCTION MANAGER
SUMMARY: Coordinate and supervise the day-to-day activities of the assigned operations staff by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
- Oversee the safe, environmentally compliant and efficient operation of the facility on a rotating shift basis.
- Monitor and operate, as necessary the boilers, flue gas treatment, water treatment, turbine/generator, switchgear and other auxiliary plant systems.
- Tour all areas of the plant and monitor the activities of the assigned operating staff.
- During emergency or unusual situations, the shift supervisor shall direct or if necessary, personally perform the required operations or corrective actions as well as coordinate the activities of all personnel involved.
- Approve all requests for removing equipment from service for maintenance, or other purposes and for ensuring the equipment is properly cleared and tagged in accordance with facility procedures.
- Conduct regular safety reviews for operators under your supervision.
- Serve as emergency coordinator in the absence of the Facility/Department Manager.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise a group of employees in the Operations Department such as control room operators, crane operators, equipment operators, utility operators, auxiliary operators, tipping floor operators, scale operators and laborers. This position is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; approving time sheets; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving issues.
WORK ENVIRONMENT; The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to heights; fumes or airborne particles; chemicals; outside weather conditions; heat; and risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment varies.
The description, duties, and responsibilities stated herein are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the person, and not necessarily all-inclusive.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Requires a broad background in plant operations with at least five (5) years’ experiences in a power or resource recovery plant environment, including hands-on and/or supervisory experience with high pressure boilers and electric generation equipment. Secondary education, (or Irish Leaving Certificate) is required as a minimum.
Engineering degree or equivalent is desirable.
Engineering degree or equivalent is desirable.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: English, both written and verbal communication required. Ability to read, analyse, and interpret general administrative periodicals, technical procedures, plant drawings and regulations. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and subordinates.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to take appropriate safe action on his/her own initiative to prevent equipment damage or injury to personnel during emergencies or unusual situations. Ability to motivate employees, maintain high morale and respect people.
The description, duties, and responsibilities stated herein are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the person, and not necessarily all-inclusive.
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Covanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.
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