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Operations Supervisor

Covanta
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Connecticut, Preston
Apr 30, 2026

Who we are

For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with innovative solutions that help them achieve carbon-negative outcomes.

Our Vision

Reworld is leading the charge to a carbon-negative future through revolutionary sustainable materials management solutions that reduce, reuse, recycle and reimagine waste for the benefit of society and the environment.

Our Business

Reworld partners with businesses by offering cutting-edge engineering and innovative solutions, to help customers reduce, reuse, recycle and recover value from waste streams and meet or exceed their sustainability goals.

Our Value

Reworld's differentiator comes from our ecosystem of technology, facilities and partnerships, trusted by the world's largest organizations to reimagine waste management for a smarter, more sustainable world.

All that we're missing is you. Apply today!

About the role

The Operations Supervisor reports directly to the Operations Manager and is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant systems. This role continuously monitors and controls plant operations, responds to alarms, executes approved startup and shutdown procedures, and ensures compliance with all safety, environmental, and operational commitments.

The Operations Supervisor provides strong leadership to the operations team, manages critical and emergency situations, and maintains high standards of performance, teamwork, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor, control, and optimize plant systems to ensure safe and environmentally compliant operations
  • Respond to alarms and abnormal conditions by taking appropriate corrective actions
  • Execute plant startups, shutdowns, and outages in accordance with approved procedures
  • Manage and prioritize tasks during emergency conditions, providing clear operational, safety, and environmental direction
  • Lead shift turnover meetings and participate in daily morning meetings to ensure staffing, materials, and resources are aligned
  • Maintain operational consistency through Leader Standard Work and adherence to standard operating procedures
  • Detect, evaluate, document, and resolve deviations from approved plans and procedures
  • Monitor production progress against established targets and schedules
  • Identify, escalate, and drive resolution of roadblocks impacting safety, quality, and productivity

Leadership & People Management

  • Supervise, coach, and develop operations personnel to maximize performance and engagement
  • Build and maintain strong morale and efficiency within the Operations department
  • Interview, hire, train, and onboard team members in accordance with Reworld policies and applicable laws
  • Establish expectations, provide frequent performance feedback, and ensure accountability through progressive discipline
  • Promote employee development, certification, and recertification across critical and noncritical operations
  • Maintain a strong working knowledge of Auxiliary Operator and Control Room Operator roles and stand watch as needed

Safety & Continuous Improvement

  • Demonstrate and enforce safe work practices at all times; serve as a visible safety role model
  • Lead efforts to promote a strong safety culture and hold daily safety interactions with employees
  • Identify and correct unsafe acts and hazardous conditions in a timely manner
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence
  • Implement and sustain the 5S program, including auditing for longterm effectiveness
  • Develop and update SOPs, Standard Work, and Visual Management tools as required
  • Standardize shift turnover processes and daily operational meetings

Schedule & Flexibility

  • Regular schedule: Monday-Friday
  • Must be flexible to cover other Supervisors' shifts during PTO, outages, and as business needs require
  • Yearround operation requiring rotating 12hour shifts

Physical & Work Requirements

  • Ability to work in confined spaces and closed quarters
  • Ability to climb ladders and structures and work at heights
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to tolerate high temperatures and industrial environments

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of relevant operations or industrial supervisory experience
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Strong leadership, communication, decisionmaking, and problemsolving skills
  • Detailoriented with strong analytical abilities and independent judgment
  • Ability to manage critical events calmly and decisively
  • Must obtain ASME QRO Provisional Certification within six (6) months and pass certification within twelve (12) months of hire

What We Offer You

  • In addition to salary, this roleis eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.
  • Additional details are available athttps://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.
  • For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $108,900.00 - $155,600.00 USD. For hourly roles, this is the annualized salary. To calculate the hourly rate, divide by 2080.

Our DEI Commitment

Reworld is an Equal Opportunity Employer, has developed an Affirmative Action Program (AAP), and will not discriminate against any qualified applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (including perceived disability, physical, mental, and/or intellectual disabilities), veteran status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site because of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by going to Reworldwaste.com and clicking on the 'Contact Us' button. Under Inquires, select 'Careers' in the Interest field, fill out all required fields including your message. In the message section, please note this is a 'Job Application Accommodation Request'.

Attention Staffing Agencies & Search Firms

Reworld may sometimesselectively collaborate with staffing agencies and search firms (Agencies). Reworld will only consider candidates from Agencies with whom a signed agreement and a duly authorized work order (for a specific role)has been duly executed. Any unsolicited candidate submissions or candidate submissions from Agencies that do not meet these criteria, will be deemed invalid and ineligible for any fees.

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