Production Manager I

NextEra Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Competitive benefits

Job summary

NextEra Energy Resources in Houston, TX leads a team operating RNG plants, targeting production and business goals with a safe, injury-free site. The role involves significant travel to multiple states and requires strong leadership and operational expertise.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in supervision, RNG plant experience, and a solid background in budgeting, procurement, and compliance. Full-time role with relocation consideration and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of supervisory/management experience.
• Experience with RNG processing plants.
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience is required.
• Bachelor's Degree – Sciences preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages site operations and budgets to targets.
• Develops multi-year O&M and capital lookahead budgets.
• Oversees procurement activities for assigned sites.
• Ensures compliance with permits and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Verbal communications

Written communications

Financial planning

Safety policy

Quality tools

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience

Bachelor's Degree – Sciences

High School Grad / GED

Job description

NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale electricity generators, harnessing diverse energy sources to power progress. We deliver tailored energy solutions that fuel economic growth, strengthen communities, and help customers achieve their energy goals. Ready to make a lasting impact? Take the next step in your career with us!

Position Specific Description

This job leads a team involved in operating and maintaining a region of RNG plants. Under limited direction, leaders in this role manage all aspects of site business and operations, achieving all production and business targets while maintaining an injury-free work site. This position will be located in Houston TX office and requires an average of 50% travel to sites that is located in the following states. OK, TX, MO, & AL.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures all business activities are conducted following corporate policies and are in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal permits, codes, standards, and regulations
• Develops multi-year O&M and capital lookahead budgets
• Ensures all budget targets and production indicators are met at sites responsible for
• Overseas and approves procurement activities of the sites they are responsible for
• Ensure the RNG site teams are trained and proficient in operations and maintenance of the facilities
• Development and ensures Standard Operating Procedures are being implemented and followed
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

• Work experience with RNG processing plants
• Technical / Functional Excellence/Learning
• Quality Tools and Techniques
• Effective Verbal Communications
• High School Grad / GED
• Safety Policy and Practice
• Valid Drivers License
• Bachelor's Degree – Sciences
• Problem solving and strategic thinking
• Business acumen and decision making
• Technical expertise and process improvement
• Leadership and team management
• Compliance oversight and execution management
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Customer focus and stakeholder influence
• Adaptability and integrity

Special Considerations:

• Position will require an average of 50% travel
• Other location in the region will be considered based on candidate's qualifications and required manager's approval

Job Overview

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures all business activities are conducted following corporate policies and are in compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal permits, codes, standards, and regulations
• Develops multi-year O and M budgets
• Ensures all budget targets are met
• Oversees and approves procurement activities of the site
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Technical / Functional Excellence/Learning
• Quality Tools and Techniques
• Effective Written Communications
• Effective Verbal Communications
• High School Grad / GED
• Financial Planning
• Safety Policy and Practice
• Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
• Experience:7+ years
• Supervisor/Management Experience:5+ years

Preferred Qualifications

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Exempt
Employee Type: Full Time
Job Category: Operations
Organization: NextEra Energy Pipeline Services, LLC
Relocation Provided: Yes, if applicable

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