Plant Manager, Energy Facility (5+ yrs plant operations + management exp. req.)

twiceasnice Recruiting; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in natural resource processing seeks a Plant Manager to oversee operations at their facility near Worcester, MA. This role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence in a 24/7 environment. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and process engineering backgrounds, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

401k w/match

PTO

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years of process engineering, plant maintenance and troubleshooting experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in plant operations.
• 5+ years of liquefaction, air separation, or gas processing experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a 12-person team including O&M and admin staff.
• Manage safety, compliance, and environmental programs across all operations.
• Direct contract administration, budgeting, procurement, and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Process Engineering

Safety Compliance

Change Management

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or operations management

Job description

Plant Manager (Energy Facility Operations)
Location: southwest of Worcester, MA
Salary: $160,000 - $190,000 + Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, 401k w/match, PTO, Paid Holidays
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: M–F, day shift hours; extended hours as needed
Travel: minimal, ~5% for conferences/development opportunities
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available

Plant Manager (Energy Facility Operations) Title Description

Our client in natural resource processing is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations at their facility, southwest of Worcester, MA. You will manage a team of 12 while ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence in a 24/7 facility. The role includes full oversight of daily operations, contract administration, regulatory compliance, budget management, and employee development. Candidates must bring proven leadership experience and a strong background in process engineering in industrial plant operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a dynamic leader to shape a flagship operation using cutting-edge technology.

Plant Manager (Energy Facility Operations) Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop a 12-person team including O&M and admin staff
• Manage safety, compliance, and environmental programs across all operations
• Oversee plant training programs and maintain employee certifications
• Direct contract administration, budgeting, procurement, and reporting
• Coordinate emergency response and regulatory engagement activities
• Lead maintenance planning, outages, and equipment oversight
• Maintain plant morale and foster a culture of performance and safety
• Support current and future project execution and process improvements
• Serve as the main point of contact for owner, community, and regulators
• Maintain high visibility and involvement in plant operations and staffing

Plant Manager (Energy Facility Operations) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or operations management required
• 5+ years of process engineering, plant maintenance and troubleshooting experience required
• 5+ years of leadership experience in plant operations required
• 5+ years of liquefaction, air separation, or gas processing experience required
• Change management and process improvement experience required
• Environmental compliance and contract administration experience required