Operations Supervisor

Operations Supervisor Full-time, Permanent. On-site. Location: Aliceville, AL. At Drax, we are working towards a zero‑carbon, sustainable future and you can help make this future a reality. If you are a team player, adaptable to change, and have a hands‑on attitude, join the team as an Operations Supervisor. What you will be doing Responsible for supervising the production of biomass at a Southeast U.S. manufacturing facility, managing a crew of 8–12 operators on a rotating 12‑hour shift pattern, performing maintenance activities, supporting administrative functions, and providing supervision to operations personnel. Core Responsibilities and Duties Manage a crew of 8–12 operators on a rotating 12‑hour shift pattern. Create a safety culture that believes all incidents and occupational illnesses can be prevented. Support and implement the Drax Safety culture and Drax Biomass policies. Learn and thoroughly understand the “System Safety Rules” and related safety documents. Act as a Senior Authorized Person, ensuring adequate precautions for “Safety from the System” during work. Perform specific roles and duties under the DBI System Safety Rules (SSR). Manage operations and manufacturing processes of producing, handling, and storing biomass at the facility. Continuously seek and implement improvements to plant productivity and efficiency without compromising product quality, safety, or environment. Ensure biomass production meets manufacturing and quality specifications. Communicate and support the philosophy of the Continuous Improvement Process. Oversee maintenance activities as a Senior Authorized Person on pumps, valves, fans, piping systems, compressors, conveying systems, etc. within the “System”. Be responsible and accountable for plant and equipment within the “System”. Identify and assess all foreseeable risks, implementing control measures to an acceptable level. Be trained and required to be a “1st Responder” for the facility. Implement housekeeping standards to minimize hazards and eliminate OSHA recordable and lost‑time injuries. Develop training manuals and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Schedule and maintain training records for all employees on the crew. Communicate company expectations, business goals, and organizational issues to crew members. Oversee completion of operator logs and records for plant inspections, adjustments, and operating parameters. Provide recommendations regarding hiring and discipline of employees on the crew; participate in interview process for operator roles. Review crew performance and provide feedback. Recommend promotions and/or pay increases based on performance. Respond to crew complaints and direct them to appropriate personnel such as the Manager and/or Human Resources Manager. Make sound judgments on behalf of the business in regular situations. Ensure crew maintains housekeeping to Drax Biomass standards. Work effectively within a self‑directed team framework. Demonstrate interpersonal skills that enhance teamwork and problem solving. Work flexible hours, including longer hours, weekends, and holidays in a noisy industrial environment. Perform repetitive and physically demanding tasks for extended periods (lifting, walking, working at heights, climbing, pushing, twisting, stooping). Who You Are High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical degree preferred. 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience. Ability to adapt to working within a team or lone‑working environment with minimal supervision. Professional attitude and ability to work well with others. Promotion of a safe working environment and adherence to all workplace and job safety procedures. Willingness to work a shift that includes weekends, nights, and holidays. Benefits A competitive salary with opportunities for growth and career advancement. A supportive team environment with continuous learning and growth. Health and dental benefits starting from day one. 401(k) matching plan to support personal and family goals. A company bonus plan rewarding overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement. #J-18808-Ljbffr