Plant Manager (Chemical / Biofuel) - Morris, Minnesota

MissionHires; Morris (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MissionHires is seeking a Plant Manager for a chemical/biofuel processing operation in Morris, Minnesota. The role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring safety compliance, and managing the workforce efficiently.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in a similar environment, knowledge of ethanol production processes, and a strong understanding of regulatory compliance.

This position offers the opportunity to drive cost-effective production while fostering a motivated team.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing plant operations in a chemical, biofuel, or ethanol processing environment.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross‑functional activities and meet manufacturing goals in a cost‑effective manner.
• Experience conducting performance reviews and managing supervisory staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall plant operations, maintenance, and quality control.
• Plan and coordinate plant activities with departmental supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.

Skills

Leadership in plant operations

Ethanol production knowledge

Team building and motivation

Regulatory compliance understanding

Safety program leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)

Job description

MissionHires is partnering with a long-standing ag‑sector client to hire a Plant Manager for a chemical/biofuel (ethanol) processing operation. The Plant Manager will lead day‑to‑day plant operations, maintenance, quality, safety, and compliance; drive cost‑effective production; develop and manage personnel; coordinate experiments/trials; and ensure regulatory adherence at city, county, state, and federal levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall plant operations, maintenance, and quality control for a chemical/biofuel processing facility
• Plan and coordinate plant activities, including experiments/trials, with departmental supervisors to achieve manufacturing objectives on time and within budget
• Assist with and/or approve hiring of plant personnel across operations, maintenance, lab, and boiler operations
• Maintain programs and policies that foster a highly effective and motivated workforce
• Identify, initiate, and execute projects to improve efficiency, reduce operating costs, enhance environmental compliance, and strengthen safety
• Ensure 24/7 compliance with all applicable city, county, state, and federal regulations
• Direct, maintain, and enforce the safety program for equipment and personnel; review safety records and uphold maximum safety standards
• Oversee maintenance of plant facilities and equipment; drive repairs, replacements, and adjustments as needed; assist with establishing and maintaining spare parts inventory
• Facilitate clear communication across all plant departments and leadership
• Review and act on reports from supervisors to ensure performance and compliance to goals
• Participate in maintenance planning, including scoping, prioritizing, and scheduling projects
• Plan, schedule, and organize plant shutdowns; communicate timelines with supervisors/managers
• Conduct performance reviews of supervisory staff; set guidelines and monitor evaluation procedures
• Establish and enforce policies and procedures to ensure plant cleanliness and housekeeping standards
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations

Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing plant operations in a chemical, biofuel, or ethanol processing environment
• In-depth knowledge of ethanol production processes and technology
• Proven ability to coordinate cross‑functional activities and meet manufacturing goals in a cost‑effective manner
• Experience building and motivating teams; hiring, training, and developing plant personnel
• Track record of implementing efficiency, cost‑reduction, environmental compliance, and safety improvement projects
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance at city, county, state, and federal levels for chemical/biofuel operations
• Hands‑on safety leadership, including developing/enforcing safety programs and reviewing safety performance
• Experience overseeing maintenance programs, equipment reliability, and spare parts inventory management
• Ability to plan and execute plant shutdowns and major maintenance projects
• Experience conducting performance reviews and managing supervisory staff
• Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements
• Proficiency with basic office software (word processing, email, spreadsheets)
• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) beneficial but not required