Operations Supervisor

Operations Supervisor

Full-time, Permanent, On-site,

Location:

Aliceville, AL

At Drax, we are working toward 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.

In this role, you will be 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 on equipment, carrying out administrative functions to support site operations, and providing supervision to operations personnel.

• Manage a crew of 8‑12 operators on a rotating 12‑hour shift pattern as their primary duty.
• 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 appropriate safety documents.
• Act as a Senior Authorized Person, ensuring adequate precautions are taken to provide "Safety from the System" while work is being carried out.
• Perform specific roles and duties under the DBI System Safety Rules (SSR).
• Manage the crew performing operations and manufacturing processes of producing, handling, and storing biomass at the Southeast U.S. manufacturing facility.
• Continuously encourage, seek, identify, and implement means to improve plant productivity and efficiency without compromising product quality, safety, or environmental standards.
• Ensure biomass is produced in compliance with manufacturing and quality specifications.
• Communicate and support the philosophy of the Continuous Improvement Process.
• Oversee and carry out maintenance supervision as a Senior Authorized Person on pumps, valves, fans, piping systems, compressors, and conveying systems within the "System".
• Be responsible and accountable for plant and equipment within the "System"; solve problems safely, logically, and confidently.
• Identify and assess foreseeable risks and implement control measures to an acceptable level for each task.
• 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 (SOP).
• Schedule and maintain training records for all employees on their respective crew.
• Communicate company expectations, business goals, and organizational issues to all crew members.
• Oversee completion of operator logs and records for plant inspections, adjustments, and operating parameters daily.
• Provide recommendations regarding hiring and discipline of employees on the crew; participate in interview processes for operator roles.
• Review each crew member’s performance and provide feedback.
• Recommend promotions and/or pay increases based on performance.
• Respond to crew member complaints and direct them to appropriate personnel, such as the Manager or Human Resources Manager.
• Make sound judgments on behalf of the business in regular situations.
• Ensure the crew maintains housekeeping to Drax Biomass standards.
• Work effectively within a self‑directed team framework.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills that enhance team approach to work and problem solving.
• Work flexible hours, including extended 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).

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical degree preferred.
• 2+ years industrial maintenance experience.
• Ability to adapt to team or lone work environments with minimal supervision.
• Professional attitude and ability to work well with others.
• Promote a safe working environment and follow all workplace and job safety procedures.
• Willingness to work shifts that include weekends, nights, and holidays.

• A competitive salary with opportunities to grow experience and build an exciting career leading others.
• A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.
• Great health and dental benefits starting from day one.
• A 401(k) matching plan to support personal and family goals.
• A company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement.