Thompson Industrial , Powered by Clean Harbors, in Charleston, SC is looking for Operations Manager to work at various customer locations, and to join their safety conscious team! This team member is responsible for the successful execution of setting up and assisting with water treatment systems, pipeline hydrostatic testing and various other responsibilities. The Operations Manager serves as representative of Thompson Industrial in creating a continuous working relationship with clients/customers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Industrial setting – Refinery, Petro-Chemical, Utilities, Pulp and Paper Mills, etc.

POSITION LOCATED IN: Charleston, SC

WORK SCHEDULE: TBD

TRAVEL: Could be Up to 10%

PLEASE READ ALL KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - YOU MAY BE A GREAT FIT!!!!

EXPERIENCE WITH HYDROBLASTING EQUIPMENT A PLUS.

Why work for Thompson Industrial:

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!

• Competitive wages

• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment

• Group 401K with company matching component

• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career

• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement

• Positive and safe work environments

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures Health and Safety is the number one goal by following policies, processes and always acting in a safe manner.

• Direct and optimize overall operations in the assigned geographic area

• Ensure the communication of all required report information is provided to all pertinent departments

• Review operational reports with particular attention to operational problems, customer concerns, and regulatory compliance and safety issues, and provide operational input

• Monitor overall branch performance with special attention to safety and environmental issues, providing solutions to problems that repeatedly affect branch performance or could lead to future issues

• Provide overall leadership and direction while maintain a secure environment and a respectful, team-oriented workplace

• Ensure employees are operating according to the company’s goals, objectives and core values by monitoring and reinforcing employee compliance with Company Policies & Procedures as well as government and industry regulations, ensuring staff are following safe work practices, are completing job duties efficiently and that there is adequate support

• Conduct periodic field visits to inspect the equipment and working environment

• Work closely with Assistant Branch Manager to monitor safety statistics and ensure compliance with reporting procedures regarding accidents/incidents and reporting, reviewing important documents submitted

• Aggressively market the Company services and seek growth opportunities in addition to maintaining collaborative and profitable relationships with customer organizations

• Prepare annual budget, based on market projections, needs for refurbishments, capital expenditures and fleet additions including the enforcement of cost controls and general efficiencies to ensure achievement of financial targets and profit margins while monitoring of all repair and maintenance costs and taking corrective actions when required, planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all major maintenance to provide AFE’s to maintain budget guidelines

• Monitor on-going updates of equipment and parts inventories and general purchasing process to ensure quality and cost effectiveness while ensuring 100% compliance with regulated certification requirements for equipment and personnel training

• Perform annual Performance Reviews of all staff under your management and participate in the evaluation and development of niche markets to enhance profitability

• Identify and communicate potential growth opportunities for the company to the Operations Team

• Direct weekly meetings to ensure effective dissemination of information and tasks to applicable departments and employees

• Participate in the preparation of annual recommendations for field and office staff with regards to compensation recommendations, training and bonuses

• Performs other duties and tasks as assigned from time to time by management and will be required by the needs of the Clean Harbors business.

Qualifications:

• Experience creating and understanding budgets including analysis and creation

• Excellent computer skills with applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to maintain effective professional relationships while leading/mentoring in a team atmosphere

• A team player, with the ability to be a collaborative team member and supportive leader

• Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner

• Strong attention to detail and well-developed organizational skills

• Leadership experience

• Perform physical functions per job requirements

• Successfully complete a background check, drug test, and physical, by position

Educational Requirements:

• Ability to communicate and lead effectively

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record

JOB OFFERS CONTINGENT UPON BACKGROUND, DRUG TEST AND PHYSICAL RESULTS ACCORDING TO COMPANY POLICY

About Thompson Industrial

• Thompson Industrial , a Clean Harbors company, is the premier industrial cleaning and environmental services company in North America supporting the upstream, downstream, and utility sectors. Thompson Industrial offers an exceptional three-pronged safety system, innovative career development platform, committed customer service, deep industry expertise, and advanced technology and automation. We are committed to safety, people, growth, service, and performance. We provide the safest, most efficient operational experience for our customers and the most comprehensive training and career development for our employees.

Thompson Industrial is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ancestry, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of any other federal, state/provincial or local protected class.

Thompson Industrial is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

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