Plant Operations Lead — Safety, Growth, RNG

Divertinc

Longview (WA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 145,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Divert Inc. is a circular economy company addressing food waste through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies.

The Assistant Plant Manager reports to the Plant Director and leads the site production team with mentorship and growth opportunities. You will oversee safety, quality, and operations, drive reliability and efficiency, train frontline staff, and ensure SOPs and standard work are followed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or Operations Management preferred.
5 years operations/engineering/maintenance experience in industrial environments (manufacturing/energy/chemical/wastewater treatment).
3-5 years people leadership experience, specifically direct oversight of one or more teams or shifts.
Hands-on leader who thrives in a role with 24/7 operations.
Ability to participate in on-call rotation and support the operation team on nights and weekends as needed.
Experience operating complex, continuous, automated production systems.
Experience with pressurized liquid and gas systems, chemical handling/storage, instrumentation and controls systems.
Strong leadership, independent thinking, organizational/planning abilities, and analytical/problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Safety and quality management and compliance with standards and regulations.
Develops and executes daily and weekly site plans with maintenance and operations teams.
Leads hiring, mentoring and development of frontline staff.
Implements SOPs, standard work and training programs.
Drives reliability and run-rate improvements and reduces operating costs.
Manages contractor work for plant improvements.