Cogen Supervisor

USG Corporation•Otsego, MI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the daily operation of the cogeneration plant, supervision of the four (4) cogen operators, and oversight of the plant’s fire protection systems. Cogeneration provides high pressure steam and power for the daily operation of a paper machine. Equipment includes two Solar turbines, two heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), a hot process softener, and two sets of filters.

Requirements

Understand and observe all plant safety rules.
Ensure the compliance of all cogen operators with plant safety rules.
Must be able to perform this job safely and actively participate in all safety programs. Understand your surroundings and the potential dangers within your work areas.
Cogeneration employees will occasionally have to work overtime. As with all positions at the plant, overtime is mandatory and regular and predictable attendance is an essential factor.
Must possess a Power Engineer’s License.
Be able to perform the essential physical requirements necessary for this position.
Demonstrate ability to safely operate a Fork Truck.
A valid Driver’s license is required.
Promotes, maintains, and enforces safety to promote an accident-free operation.
Self-starter and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
No significant performance/ attendance infractions within the last 36 months.
Must be able to perform all tasks required in the subsequent positions.

Nice To Haves

Basic coordination and communication with the on-site Solar Representative.
Basic knowledge of cogen environmental compliance including CEMS.

Responsibilities

Perform duties as assigned by the Engineering Manager.
Maintain safe working conditions for all power house employees and ensure their compliance with Plant Safety Programs.
Coordinate Fire Protection Activities, including weekly fire pump inspections, monthly fire extinguisher, fire hose, fire line, and valve inspections, monthly flammable cabinet inspections, and working with contractors to fix fire line leaks and repair fire detection equipment.
Supervise Cogeneration Employees, including vacation scheduling and timecard approvals, ongoing operator training, daily review of water testing results, communication of ongoing mill activity to cogen operators, and making recommendations regarding discipline, accessions, terminations, promotions, and transfers.
Operate the Cogeneration Facility, including scheduling of regular equipment maintenance during mill planned shutdowns, basic coordination and communication with the on-site Solar Representative, filling in as needed for operators in emergency situations, working with other mill personnel to align needs and schedules, maintenance of cogen Lockout/Tagout (LOTOs) and Visual Work Inspections (VWIs), and basic knowledge of cogen environmental compliance including CEMS.