John Pospisil
Richmond
Summary
Dynamic Operations Shift Supervisor at NRG Energy, Inc. with a proven track record in enhancing safety compliance and optimizing team productivity. Skilled in training and mentoring staff, I implemented operational guidelines that improved efficiency and fostered a collaborative work environment. Strong communicator dedicated to employee development and continuous improvement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Shift Supervisor
NRG Energy, Inc.
W.A. Parish Generating Station
09.2023 - Current
- Operations Shift Supervisor for Units 1-8
- Operations Shift Supervisor for Petra Nova Carbon Capture
- Conducted regular employee evaluations, providing constructive feedback for professional growth and development.
- Ensured adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulations, maintaining a well-organized work environment that met all necessary standards.
- Enhanced safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved compliance.
- Optimized shift productivity by effectively managing personnel and delegating tasks.
- Maintained consistent communication with team members, ensuring smooth shift transitions and information sharing.
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Mentored new employees, ensuring a smooth onboarding process and rapid integration into the team dynamics.
- Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
Head Operator
NRG Energy, Inc.
W.A. Parish Generating Station
09.2006 - 10.2023
- Oversaw daily operations ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Led team of operators, fostering collaboration and enhancing productivity across shifts.
- Developed and implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and reduced downtime.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and operational procedures, enhancing team competency.
- Monitored production metrics to identify trends and initiate corrective actions for efficiency gains.
- Maintained a safe work environment through rigorous adherence to safety protocols and proactive identification of potential hazards.
- Regularly reviewed employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to promote growth opportunities within the organization.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex issues, leading to improved overall performance and reliability of equipment.
- Elevated employee morale through attentive leadership, open communication channels, and fair recognition of individual achievements.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ11-1995
Skills
- Operational guidelines creation
- Team engagement initiatives
- Problem-solving
- Positive attitude
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Training assistance
- Operations management
- Implementation of safety procedures
- Procedure compliance
- Teamwork
- Safety compliance procedures
- Employee training
Timeline
Operations Shift Supervisor
NRG Energy, Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Head Operator
NRG Energy, Inc.
09.2006 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Management
Northern Arizona University