Operations and Plant Administrator

Jule; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jule, a Buffalo-based manufacturer of Battery Energy Storage Systems and EV charging solutions, seeks an Operations and Plant Administrator. You will oversee daily plant operations, including production, installation, inventory, logistics, and compliance, ensuring policies are followed and safety standards met.

You will support bookkeeping tasks for the finance team and collaborate with Engineering, Purchasing and QA to maximize efficiency, safety and quality across the new facility, driving

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in plant or production supervision.
• Strong knowledge of QA, HACCP, GMP and safety standards.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with ERP and production tracking.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize daily plant operations to meet production schedules.
• Oversee inventory, shipping/receiving, and QA documentation.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Accounting to coordinate activities.
• Enforce health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Mentor and supervise production staff to high performance.
• Support continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Prepare and manage bookkeeping-related tasks as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Production scheduling

Inventory control

Quality systems (QA/HACCP/GMP)

Reading blueprints

MS Office / ERP systems

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Diploma/degree in Manufacturing or Operations Management

5+ years plant supervision experience

WHMIS/HACCP/OSHA/Lean-Six Sigma certificates

Tools

ERP systems

Production tracking tools

Job description

Location

Buffalo, NY, 100% ONSITE

Reports To

President

What It Feels Like To Work At Jule

Jule has maintained its flat management structure and start-up culture, despite its steady growth in the industry for the past ten years. The Operations and Plant Administrator will be a part of a rapidly growing Production team with opportunities to collaborate with various department’s including, Engineering, Purchasing, Product Design, Sales, Project Management and more! Join a close-knit, high-energy team that rewards those who are naturally curious and exceptionally driven, to reach their growth potential. Join Jule and be apart of an exciting opportunity and a revolutionary industry in a new manufacturing facility based out of Buffalo, Niagara Falls, New York.

Our Company

Jule is an all-in-one solution provider of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Electric Vehicle Fast Charging (EVFC). Using its patented battery & power/energy management technologies, Jule has been delivering successful projects over a wide range of industries, including community energy storage, electric vehicle charging infrastructure and microgrid development.

Our website

https://www.julepower.com/

Jule Company Highlights

• Currently listed as the Top 9 EVFC awarded companies.


• Rapidly expanding client base in North America.


• A product on the cutting edge of transportation, energy, and infrastructure with the potential to take its impact to a global scale.


• Well-developed partner and supplier network across North America.


• Fun, collaborative environment that supports you to be creative, productive and achieve mastery of your domain.


• Jule has been awarded over 300 project sites and over $240M in funding since 2025.

Overview

As the Operations and Plant Administrator, you will oversee all daily operations of the plant—from managing production, manufacturing, installation, and project management, to inventory, logistics and compliance—ensuring policies and procedures are followed. The Operations and Plant Administrator will support bookkeeping duties including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cheque runs, vendor communication, data entry and various other duties to support the finance team. The role focuses on maximizing efficiency, safety, quality, and productivity while maintaining high standards of teamwork and accountability for the new facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and organize daily plant operations to meet production schedules and customer delivery commitments.


• Ensure production and delivery are completed on time


• Work alongside, Engineering team, Quality and Production team maintaining product quality standards.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams — including Engineering, Production, and Accounting — to ensure smooth coordination of plant activities.


• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment across all plant areas.


• Monitor daily performance metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions.


• Ensure all QA and regulatory standards (GMP, HACCP, SQF, etc.) are met.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.


• Supervise shipping and receiving activities, ensuring proper documentation and timely dispatch.


• Maintain accurate inventory levels and oversee reconciliation of materials, WIP, and finished goods.


• Complete tasks pertaining to bookkeeping as requested by the Accounting and Finance team.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all health, safety, and environmental regulations in accordance with company and legal standards.


• Conduct safety inspections and participate in audits to ensure full compliance.


• Ensure all team members complete required safety and WHMIS training.


• Report hazards, incidents, and near-misses promptly, and participate in corrective action planning.

Team Leadership

• Supervise production staff, assigning tasks and monitoring performance.


• Train, coach, and motivate team members to ensure accountability and high performance.


• Foster a culture of teamwork, communication, and respect across all levels of the operation.

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production scheduling, and workflow management.


• Knowledge of inventory control, shipping/receiving, and material handling procedures


• Familiarity with QA, HACCP, GMP, and/or quality systems.


• Understanding of health and safety regulations and ability to enforce safe work practices.


• Must be able to read blueprints and schematics.


• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.


• Proficient in using MS Office, ERP systems, and production tracking tools.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Education/Experience

• Diploma or degree in Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related technical field.


• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in plant or production supervision (preferably in food or manufacturing industries).


• Previous experience in team supervision, scheduling, and performance management.


• Certificates in WHMIS, HACCP, OSHA, or Continuous Improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) are assets.


• Strong record of maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.


• Forklift certificate and in good standing.

The expected annual salary range for this position is $54,000 to $76,000, with final compensation determined based on skills, qualifications, and relevant experience.

Department

Production

This is a full time position