Operations Manager Jobs

Benefits

Roeslein benefits are designed to invest in you! We offer a comprehensive benefits structure for regular full-time salaried and hourly positions that includes competitive wages, bonus program, travel bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays. Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan and an employee stock ownership program with company match. Health and Well-Being benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, travel insurance, and paid parental leave.

Position Summary

The Operations Manager will manage a staff of supervisors and technicians, and be responsible for the overall operations and maintenance of biogas production, collection, conditioning, and delivery systems. This position will travel daily between plant operations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage staff schedules to stay in compliance with biosecurity requirements.
• Enforce company policies and procedures.
• Support supervisors and technicians during maintenance projects on major mechanical equipment.
• Responsible for biogas collection operations and maintenance duties at farms in North Carolina.
• Prepare necessary reports for RAE management team.
• Assist development of O&M manuals and operational strategies.
• Conduct activities in a safe and healthy manner, and work in accordance with established safety and company requirements.
• Procure tools and equipment necessary to complete work tasks.
• Direct tasks to supervisors and technicians in daily activities with a goal of optimizing facility operation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with employees at all locations.
• Overnight travel domestically up to 10%
• Responsible for grounds and regularly scheduled equipment maintenance coordination.
• Review and edit monthly billing for all routine and extra work.
• Oversee safe work practices including lock-out/tag-out, confined space permits, and use of proper personal protective equipment.
• Maintain staff by assisting with recruiting, selecting, and training employees; counsel and discipline employees; perform annual appraisals of direct reports.
• Perform annual appraisals of direct reports.
• Work closely with EHS and HR departments.
• Review and approve monthly state agency reports.
• Code and approve accounts payable invoices.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Promote a positive working environment in order to achieve the organization’s goals.

Work Environment

Work is performed in an office and controlled atmosphere. Exposure to harsh conditions—such as: dust, fumes, chemicals, hazardous materials, noise, and varying weather and temperatures—for short periods of time is possible. All employees are required to follow safety standards and wear personal protective equipment in designated areas.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: while performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, use hands and fingers, grip, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk and hear. Ability to lift and carry 30 lbs. on an infrequent basis may be required.

Knowledge / Skill / Ability / Education / Experience

• Ability to effectively learn and acquire new knowledge and skills.
• Home computer and internet access to remotely view equipment human-machine interfaces.
• On call availability for emergencies during nights or weekends.
• Knowledge of blowers and refrigeration is beneficial.
• Troubleshooting of instrumentation and controls is beneficial.
• Computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Windows-based programs are required.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment and able to take on different challenges.
• Requires effective time management, personal conduct, and change management abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, environmental sciences, business/management, and/or 5 years of relevant experience in industrial operations and/or management.
• Must have a valid driver license and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record report.
• Ability to interpret data and perform process adjustments to optimize system performance.
• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers, contractors, vendors, and other business contacts.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are required.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Must comply with Roeslein Alternative Energy’s core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.
• Knowledge/experience of systems, motors, instrumentation and controls.
• Knowledge of PLC controls/communication is beneficial.

Required Skills

Required Experience