Plant Operations Leader — Safety, Maintenance & Growth

American Electric Power; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 160,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

American Electric Power is seeking a Plant Manager to direct the plant’s operations, safety, and performance in a safe, compliant, economical manner. Lead maintenance, engineering, procurement, and HR-related activities while communicating with employees and the public.

The role requires extensive experience in plant operations, financial acumen, and strong leadership. A comprehensive benefits package and a customer-first mission guide daily work at AEP.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in plant operations, maintenance or performance areas.
• Experience in business/financial and human resources administration.
• Minimum 8 years of supervising others.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate plant activities to ensure safe, compliant, and economical operation.
• Plan and implement maintenance, engineering, construction, and reliability initiatives.
• Establish two-way communication with employees and public, drive culture and change.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in mechanical or electrical engineering

Business management

Technical associate degree

Job description

American Electric Power is seeking a Plant Manager to direct the plant’s operations, safety, and performance in a safe, compliant, economical manner. Lead maintenance, engineering, procurement, and HR-related activities while communicating with employees and the public.

The role requires extensive experience in plant operations, financial acumen, and strong leadership. A comprehensive benefits package and a customer-first mission guide daily work at AEP.