Operations Supervisor

Summary Join Our Team as an Operations Supervisor Transfer Station Athens Services is looking for a dedicated Operations Supervisor to oversee daily transfer station operations and lead a team that keeps our communities clean, safe, and sustainable. This role is perfect for a hands-on leader with strong organizational skills and a commitment to safety and efficiency in the waste and recycling industry. What Youll Do: Supervise transfer station operations to ensure compliance with company, county, and regulatory standards Provide leadership and coaching to staff, fostering a safe and productive work environment Manage site paperwork, inspections, and reporting with accuracy and attention to detail Partner with the Transfer Station Manager to improve site production, efficiency, and safety Support recycling initiatives and sustainability goals Why Athens Services? Family-owned, community-focused company with over 60 years of trusted service Competitive pay, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth A culture built on safety, teamwork, and environmental responsibility The chance to make a direct impact on local sustainability efforts The Operations Supervisor Transfer oversees the assigned Transfer Station daily operations to ensure the highest standards of safety and operations are followed. Ensures site compliance with all company, county and regulatory agencies. The Operation Supervisor - Transfer is responsible for providing the highest quality of leadership to the sites staff and processes. Job Description Resolves customer and site personnel problems according to company policy. Inputs required daily information, reviews all site paperwork, inspections and timesheets. Works closely with the Transfer Station Manager on any projects designed to improve the sites production, efficiency or safety. Encourage, monitor and document all recycling activities on site. Ensure that the facility complies with company policy as well as local & state regulations at all times. Be actively involved with hiring, reviewing, promoting and disciplining of site personnel. Make a continuous effort to maximize production and efficiency at the site without compromising safety of employees or customers. Ensure all personnel receive required safety and operational training and attend mandatory safety meetings. Operates heavy equipment, as operational needs require. Oversees counting and collecting of store daily deposit (Heaps Peak Transfer Station only). Oversees daily activities of store attendants (Heaps Peak Transfer Station only). Ability to work overtime as needed. Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or G.E.D. 5 years experience working in the waste industry and possess basic supervisory skills Advanced working knowledge of all transfer station operations including loading of trash, compaction, and basic equipment background. Valid Class A license. Strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills. Basic First Aid/CPR and 8 hour Hazwopper Certification. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree. Bilingual English / Spanish. Knowledgeable in DOT and OSHA regulations. Physical/Environmental Demands: Physical: Standing, walking, seeing, hearing, & smelling continuously. Problem solving, oral communication, analytical ability, concentration, exposure to heavy machinery, & eye/hand coordination, & handling continuously. Bending, reaching, stretching, crouching, & lifting 50 Lbs. continuously. Exposure to unprotected heights occasionally. Environmental: Exposure to dust, smoke, fumes, odors, grease, oil, chemicals, wet slippery surfaces, hot/cold conditions, & noise continuously. Works inside and outside. Salary: $70,304.00 - $92,335.00 yearly Schedule: Monday - Friday from 6:30 am - 4:30 pm with every 3rd Saturday Benefits: Competitive wages Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision 401K Life Insurance Paid Vacation and Sick Time Career plan Recognition programs Professional development learning An exceptional work environment Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran Athens Services is a local, family-owned waste collection and recycling company that has been a fixture in the greater Los Angeles community for the past 60 years. We provide innovative, consistent, and quality environmental services to our more than 250,000 customers in the 50+ communities we serve. Through reuse, recycling, and composting, Athens diverts valuable resources from landfills.