Plant Manager

Job DescriptionProvide technical process expertise to plant operations, maintenance, and other groups to assure full optimization of refinery systems and processes.Complete planning of refinery needs and future maintenance programs.Prepare operational plans and implement production schedules.Provide direction to assure all maintenance and operational requirements are achieved to optimize equipment performance.Develop plans, and process specifications for the efficient operation of new and existing processes.Identify productivity improvement opportunities to benefit plant Areas of emphasis include: manufacturing cost reduction, waste handling and reduction, raw material and utility consumption/cost/supply, process reliability and capacity expansions.Conduct evaluations of plant operations and utility systems, screen options, identify and investigate process bottlenecks and constraints, map system capability and rank solutions through cost-benefit analyses.Manage OSHA regulations and requirements, safety program initiatives and training, and reporting and record-keeping compliance.QualificationsBS in or MS Engineering required, chemical or mechanical degree Comparable engineering degree with experience in plant operations, refinery process, or biodiesel will be a factorMinimum ten (10) years working experience processing/engineering in biofuels, petroleum, or chemicals.Prior experience in Operations/Plant Management in a related manufacturing environment.Expert knowledge of chemical plant and/or refinery processes.Prior experience supporting execution of capital projects including planning spreadsheet and scope development, design, execution, and start-up/commissioning.Familiarity with process safety tools and risk analysis.Ability to manage all groups, interacting with engineering, plant operators, laboratory technicians, maintenance and I&E technicians, production engineers.Why is This a Great OpportunityInterested in an exciting Plant Manager opportunity in the sustainable energy industry that is based in the energy gateway for the State of Texas and the United States? The Golden Triangle is home to the largest petrochemical, refining, and manufacturing complex in the nation and one of the largest ports in the country, responsible for $21 billion in annual gross product and $942 million in annual taxes for the State of Texas, a major contributor to Texas's prosperity. A low cost of living and a year-round outdoor climate makes Beaumont the ideal place to live. •Most Affordable Places to Live in the US (#6) - U.S. News and World Report•Best Places to Live in Texas (#6) - U.S. News and World Report•The 10 best US cities to move to if you want to retire early, where living costs are low and salaries are high - Insider •20 Great Cities with Shockingly Cheap Real Estate - GoBanking Rates•10 Best Historic Downtowns in Texas - TheTravel.com•5 Most Charming River Towns in Texas - World AtlasThe Plant Manager is responsible for all day-to-day operations, maintenance, engineering, safety, fiscal functions of the facility. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to providing engineering, operations, maintenance, quality assurance and production processes management and technical support related to the plant while ensuring continual process improvement, optimization and reliability. Locations Beaumont