Plant Manager, Biomass - DOT

DTE Energy; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company seeks a Plant Operations Manager for its facility in Angleton, TX. This role is responsible for overseeing plant operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and leading a team. Candidates should have significant leadership experience in plant operations, with a focus on safety and environmental responsibility. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a positive work culture while managing operations efficiently.

Qualifications

• 7+ years leadership experience in plant operations or equivalent education.
• Ability to operate and troubleshoot the facility independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation and maintenance of the plant, ensuring compliance.
• Lead daily operations and manage the O&M budget.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Organizational

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMMS Software

Job description

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies, serving Michigan and beyond with electric, gas, renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services across 19 states. We prioritize community growth, safety, and diversity, aiming to make a positive impact and create a healthier environment. Join us to be part of a team that values differences and fosters wellbeing.

Sea Breeze Energy Producers, LLC is a landfill gas to energy facility in Freeport, Texas, with a 4.0 MMCFD LFG processing plant, equipped with Vilter screw compressors and gas treatment equipment. Constructed by DTE Biomass in 2018, gas is sold to OCI Fuels Limited.

Job Summary

Location: Angleton, TX

This role oversees the operation and maintenance of a small to mid-sized plant, including personnel management, training, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. The position involves leadership in continuous improvement, regulatory adherence, and fostering a positive work culture. The employee will operate and maintain a DOT-regulated pipeline and undergo random drug screening per DOT PHMSA requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure safe and environmentally responsible plant operation in compliance with regulations and company values.
• Lead daily operation and maintenance activities with process expertise.
• Act as primary liaison with the customer regarding daily operations and production scheduling.
• Develop and manage the annual O&M budget, including production forecasting and expenditure control.
• Coordinate major maintenance and contractor activities aligned with production needs.
• Prepare status reports on performance, issues, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Implement and document a planned maintenance program using the corporate CMMS system.
• Conduct or arrange safety, technical, environmental, and employee development training.
• Ensure safety policies are followed by employees and contractors; manage schedules and timesheets.
• Collaborate with regional and support staff to share best practices.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 7+ years leadership experience in plant operations, or
• Associate degree or industry certification with 3+ years leadership experience, or 2+ years military officer experience, or
• Bachelor's degree with at least one year supervisory experience in similar facilities.

Other Qualifications

• Ability to operate and troubleshoot the facility independently.
• Knowledge of plant equipment and systems, including electrical, engines, gas compression, heat exchangers, and control systems.
• Understanding of energy efficiency, regulatory processes, and maintenance management systems.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CMMS software.
• Ability to manage projects from start to finish and understand financial impacts.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Must meet physical requirements such as lifting up to 50 pounds, working in various environments including outdoors, and exposure to noise, fumes, and machinery. Reasonable accommodations are available for disabilities.

Additional Information

This job description outlines core responsibilities and qualifications, but other activities may be assigned. It aims to describe the general nature of the work and is not exhaustive.

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