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Shift Supervisor - Waste-to-Energy & Power Production Operations

Covanta
parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement
United States, New Jersey, Newark
183 Raymond Boulevard (Show on map)
Aug 03, 2025
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 As a Shift Supervisor, reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the facility during an assigned shift, including the monitoring of boilers, turbine(s), and steam plant operations equipment and systems. You will routinely tour the plant and oversee the work of various personnel while operating within all safety regulations, environmental limits, and permits. In the event of emergencies or unusual operations, the Shift Supervisor will, if necessary, direct or personally perform the required operations as well as coordinate the activities of all personnel involved. Position Responsibilities Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment for all personnel at the facility and ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety protocols. Approve all requests for removing equipment from service for maintenance and other purposes, ensure equipment is properly cleared and tagged, and issue safety permits, following plant procedures. Maintain the plant within all environmental limits and permits Emergency response to injuries or accidents Direct the completion of shift, daily, weekly, and monthly checks and general housekeeping. Maximize operational performance and efficiencies of facility assets Troubleshoot plant operational issues Coordinate maintenance activities Lead and complete projects assigned by the Operations Manager Train and manage a workforce that is motivated, flexible in skills, cross-trained, and technically capable Responsible for technical training and development of all personnel on the assigned shift Shift supervisors are responsible for obtaining and maintaining active status for site and state-mandated licenses and certificates Position Requirements & Qualifications 3 + years of supervisory experience in a heavy industrial/manufacturing environment; Experience in Power or Resource Recovery Plant Operations, preferred Hands-on experience working with high-pressure boilers and electric generating equipment HS/GED diploma required; Bachelor of Science, preferred Must have the ability to work a rotating shift schedule that alternates between days and nights. These schedules include weekends, holidays, outage support and vacation coverage. Preferred Qualifications: Detailed knowledge of the operation of steam generating power stations and instruments, and control systems. Physical Demand of the Role: Ability to walk, stand, sit, and climb Ability to lift/carry 50lbs Ability to work from heights and in confined spaces Qualify to wear a full-face respirator Consistently work in various weather conditions What We Offer You ( Benefits \| Reworld ) Salary Ranges between $115,000 and $152,000 per year for our Newark, NJ Facility. Relocation Support Provided to Qualified Candidates Health Care Benefits - Starts On Day One Wellness Program Incentives & Rewards 401 (k) - Match up to 7% Paid Time Off (Vacation & Holidays) Paid Parental Leave Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Employee Referral Bonus GED Program Please Note 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. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills. 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. 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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