What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Operator position at Synagro?
Starting at $29 / hour -
3,000.00 New Hire Payment
Synagro partners with stakeholders to clean our water, protect our environment and serve our communities by generating worth from what others consider waste. We work to protect the health of our water, our Earth and those who depend on them now and in the future. Synagro takes pride in having zero layoffs during the pandemic and the business continues to thrive during difficult times.
What good is a job without great benefits to reward your hard work? Here are some highlights of what Synagro has to offer :
15 days paid time off
10 Holidays
Medical / Dental / Vision (within 30 days of hire)
Health Saving Account (HSA) with company match
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) with company match (fully vested upon hire)
Career growth and promotional opportunities
Tuition Reimbursement
2nd Shift : 2pm-10pm
Job Description
Safety
Ensure operators working on shift comply with all aspects of the Safety Management System
Work with operators to identify and eliminate hazards wherever possible
Ensure operators working on shift complete all required safety training on time
Process Operations
As the primary control room operator, start, run, troubleshoot and shut down the entire process as necessary to provide the highest quality service to the Client.
Optimize throughput to achieve plant metrics while also maintaining compliance with all operating permits and contracts.
Provide leadership for three process operators on shift.
With general guidance from Managers, prioritize and assign work to the shift and ensure assigned work is completed to established standards.
Coordinate with the incoming and outgoing shifts to ensure continuity
Monitor raw material, supplies and pellet inventories and notify Management as necessary
Enter and track corrective work requests in the plant CMMS.
Ensure all necessary data is collected and documented accurately and completely.
Ensure all documentation done on the shift is complete and accurate. This includes but is not limited to daily, weekly, and monthly equipment inspections, LOTO, hot work, confined space, work orders and administrative documents such as Attendance Documentation Forms.
Skills and Abilities
Ability to lead a team of talented operators.
Ability to set and adjust priorities as needed to meet plant goals.
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve process related problems.
Ability to communicate effectively up and down the chain of command.
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
Functional skills using Microsoft 365 products
Competencies
Safety Focus - Considers the safety of shift personnel whenever assigning work. Leads hazard assessments for more complex tasks
Relationship Building - Earns trust and respect from all plant personnel.
Decision Making - Makes decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure.
Priority Setting - Able to set and adjust work priorities as necessary to achieve plant goals.
Time Management - Uses time effectively and efficiently; concentrates efforts on more important priorities.
Perseverance - Pursues everything with energy, drive and a need to finish.
Patience - Is tolerant with people and processes; follows established process
Written and Oral Communication - communicate clearly and concisely
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
MA Grade IV or higher wastewater operator's license
Possess or obtain within six months of hire MA Hoisting Licenses 1C, 2A, 3A (Forklift, Loader, OH Cranes)
Possess or obtain within six months of hire OSHA 30 Certification.
3 years relevant experience in a plant environment
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