Cogen Supervisor - Mankato, MN

Archer Daniels Midland • Mankato, MN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Cogen Supervisor - Mankato, MN Operations: Manufacturing, Production, Maintenance, Utilities This is a full-time, exempt position. BASIC FUNCTION: Manage the day-to-day operations of a natural gas-fired Cogeneration plant. DESIRED QUALITIES: Demonstrated ability to produce results, strong people skills, strong knowledge of area operations and operating management experience (strategic long-term planning, budgeting, capital planning and efficiency optimization), demonstrated leadership ability, independent, self-motivated, action oriented. Applicants must have the aptitude and skillsets necessary to perform mechanical system troubleshooting, solve process problems, resolve conflict, complete reports, the attitude that accidents are preventable and ability to influence and drive safe work practices.

Requirements

• 5 years of management and leadership experience of boiler related equipment
• Previous supervisory experience
• Excellent safety record and awareness
• MN boiler Chief A license required
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple tasks and responsibilities
• Ability to build and drive engagement with team members and colleagues
• Demonstratable experience delegating tasks and following up to ensure tasks are completed to expectations
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Willingness to assume and learn new responsibilities
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder on an occasional basis
• Must be able to sit/stand/walk frequently and for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to squat/kneel on an occasional basis
• Must be able to climb stairs/ladders on an occasional basis
• Must be able to grip/grasp/pinch on an occasional basis
• Frequent computer/keyboarding tasks

Responsibilities

• Ensure focus on regular and consistent employee training, safety, quality, and area housekeeping.
• Assist in the identification, development, and execution of capital projects.
• Drive continuous improvement throughout the complex through performance excellence methodologies.
• Work with the facility leaders to instill a continuous improvement mindset in all colleagues.
• Lead the establishment of standardized training and succession planning programs to create and sustain a highly engaged, and motivated team.
• Champion the establishment of standard Tier 2 and Tier 1 meetings for the Refinery team.
• Champion the establishment and standardization of training and employee retention programs.
• Review production, quality, and maintenance reports and statistics to direct/schedule maintenance activities.
• Train and direct hourly and contract employees and issue applicable safety and work permits.
• Be able to diagnose issues (or be point of contact for outside expert) for 4 main areas of operation: water treatment (lab analysis and reverse osmosis and ion exchange and heat exchange and cooling tower), steam production and distribution, electrical production and distribution (turbine/generator and transformers and circuit breakers), and various auxiliary equipment (e.g. air compressors, fire suppression systems, etc.)
• Directly assist as necessary with operations, inspections, and electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Schedule deliveries/removals and consumption of power, raw materials, and waste products.
• Order and receive all spare parts and consumables via various systems.
• Research, plan, develop, and implement new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Monitor and develop production plans and discuss associated equipment needs and change needed with operation, maintenance, and engineering personnel.
• Ensure that the plant complies with all environmental and safety regulations.
• Focus on long-term process optimization, cost control, product costing, employee development, accident elimination and management-of-change.
• Establish goals and performance measures for the Cogeneration plant and provide consistent feedback.
• Identify significant area trends and their respective cause and effect relationships.
• Empower employees to develop ideas for operational, efficiency, and safety improvement(s).
• Support and strongly encourage troubleshooting efforts as a part of “what we do”.
• Celebrate and share “wins” achieved by Cogeneration personnel.
• Develop a well-trained, efficient, and safety-conscious team.
• Assemble and conduct meetings with supervisors and employees, as needed.
• Ensure that production-limiting factors and any reoccurring problems are addressed.
• Interact with peers to achieve plant objectives and to provide operational stability.
• Monitor maintenance planning to ensure reliable and efficient operations.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts by working with all team members to determine priorities.
• Provide input for employee quarterly reviews of Cogeneration employees.
• Serve as primary contact for area vendors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Share on-call duties with other supervision team members.
• Participate in the development of standard operating and emergency procedures for area.
• Develop short- and long-term plans for the Cogeneration plant and its utility infrastructure.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• competitive pay
• medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees