Plant Operations Manager

RIM Recruitment Professionals; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Equity participation

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

RIM Recruitment Professionals is seeking a Plant Operations Manager for a next-generation production facility in Moses Lake, WA. The role is onsite and relocations are supported, with a focus on building scalable plant operations from the ground up.

You will lead production, maintenance, safety, and reliability, while defining policies and mentoring a high-performing team in a startup-scale environment. Expect collaboration with engineering and external partners as you drive KPI-driven

Qualifications

• Experience leading operations in chemical, refining, or industrial plants.
• Background in hydrocarbon, naphtha, fuel production.
• Experience managing budgets, KPIs, and performance.
• Able to build processes and systems from scratch in startups.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Deep knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.
• Ability to act under pressure and in emergencies.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Chemical Engineering preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead all operations of a commercial production facility, including production, maintenance, reliability, and safety.
• Build plant processes, policies, and procedures from the ground up.
• Manage plant performance, production targets, and budget to ensure safety and financial success.
• Monitor KPIs and implement improvements to optimize throughput and reliability.
• Establish and champion a strong safety culture, including audits, training, and emergency response planning.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing plant team.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, leadership, and external partners.
• Stay ahead of industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies.

Skills

Operations leadership

Hydrocarbon production

Budget management

Process development

People leadership

Safety compliance

Crisis management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related

Job description

Plant Operations Manager –Next-Generation Production Facility Moses Lake, WA (Onsite)Relocation Assistance Available

Help Build the Future of Fuel A cutting-edge manufacturing company is transforming how critical materials and fuels are produced—moving away from legacy methods and toward more sustainable, forward-thinking solutions. They are now building out a flagship facility and are seeking a Plant Operations Manager to help bring this next-generation operation to life.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all operations of a commercial production facility, including production, maintenance, reliability, and safety
• Build plant processes, policies, and procedures from the ground up
• Manage plant performance, production targets, and budget to ensure safety, efficiency, and financial success
• Monitor KPIs and implement improvements to optimize throughput and reliability
• Establish and champion a strong safety culture, including audits, training, and emergency response planning
• Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing plant team
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, leadership, and external partners
• Stay ahead of industry trends, regulations, and emerging technologies

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience leading operations in a chemical, refining, or industrial plant environment
• Strong background in hydrocarbon, naphtha, fuel, or similar production processes
• Experience managing plant budgets, KPIs, and operational performance
• Ability to build processes and systems from scratch in a startup or scaling environment
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams
• Deep understanding of safety regulations, compliance, and industry standards
• Ability to respond effectively in high-pressure or emergency situations
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field (Chemical Engineering or related preferred)

Why This Role Stands Out

• Lead operations at a first-of-its-kind production facility
• Opportunity to build and scale plant operations from the ground up
• Work on cutting-edge technology transforming CO2into sustainable fuel
• High-impact leadership role with visibility across the organization
• Competitive compensation including equity
• Relocation assistance available

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and holidays
• Equity participation
• Collaborative, innovative, and inclusive work environment

A Quick Note

This is not a traditional operations role—this is a build, lead, and scale opportunity for someone who wants to be part of redefining how the world produces energy. #RIMUS