Plant Manager 2 - Biomass DOT

DTE Energy; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Operations Supervisor to oversee the operation and maintenance of renewable natural gas facilities. This role emphasizes safety leadership, personnel management, and proactive team development within a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plant operations, regulatory compliance, and a passion for fostering a positive employee culture. Join a forward-thinking company committed to creating a cleaner, healthier environment and making a significant impact in the energy sector.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of leadership in plant operations or equivalent experience.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment effectively.

Aufgaben

• Oversee operation and maintenance of RNG facilities, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Lead daily operations and manage the annual O&M budget.

Kenntnisse

Leadership in plant operations

Data-driven decision making

Troubleshooting plant equipment

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or industry certificate

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

CMMS

Jobbeschreibung

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century. As Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we're creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We also serve communities beyond Michigan, offering renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services in 19 states. Working at DTE means being part of a team that values diversity, health, safety, and wellbeing, and making a positive difference in our communities. Join us and bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

Westside Gas Producers, LLC is a landfill gas to renewable natural gas (RNG) processing facility utilizing landfill gas at the Waste Management landfill in Three Rivers, MI. The facility has an inlet capacity of 4.5 MMSCFD and uses the Krysol process to purify landfill gas into pipeline quality gas. WSD operations are responsible for GCCS maintenance and expansion.

Job Summary

Location: Three Rivers, MI

This position oversees the operation and maintenance of one or more small to mid-sized facilities or a single RNG facility. Responsibilities include safety leadership, personnel management, and training. The role involves proactive team development to uphold DTE's service values: Safe, Caring, Dependable, and Efficient, along with continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and fostering a positive employee culture.

The employee will operate and maintain a DOT-regulated pipeline and must pass random drug screening as per DOT PHMSA requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Operate facilities safely and responsibly, complying with all regulations and company values.
• Lead daily operations and maintenance with process expertise.
• Act as primary contact with customers or site hosts regarding daily operations and production scheduling.
• Develop and manage the annual O&M budget, including production forecasts and expenditure control.
• Coordinate major maintenance and contractor activities aligning with production needs and customer expectations.
• Prepare performance reports, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Implement a maintenance program using predictive, preventive, and corrective strategies, documented via CMMS.
• Provide or arrange for training on safety, technical skills, environmental practices, and employee development.
• Ensure safety and environmental policies are followed by all employees and contractors; manage schedules and time approval.
• Collaborate with regional managers to share best practices and support organizational goals.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 5+ years leadership in plant operations or
• Associate degree or industry certificate with 3+ years leadership or 2+ years military officer experience, or
• Bachelor's degree with at least 1 year supervisory experience in plant operations.

Other Qualifications

• Data-driven with understanding of production monitoring and reporting.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment, train others.
• Knowledge of plant equipment, energy efficiency, regulatory requirements, organizational skills, problem-solving, communication, proficiency in MS Office, experience with CMMS, and the ability to manage projects independently.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Must meet physical demands such as lifting, climbing, and working in various environments, including plant site and office settings. Exposure to weather, mechanical parts, fumes, noise, and vibration is possible.

Additional Information

This description covers general responsibilities and may include additional activities depending on organizational needs. It does not limit management’s rights to assign tasks.

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