Operations Manager

POET • Iowa Falls, IA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager is responsible for understanding, planning, directing and coordinating the operations of the biorefinery and implementing changes as necessary to ensure all necessary regulations are being met. Team members in this position manage team members and create a positive work environment as well as support operations through problem solving, adaptation and working with other departments to correct process problems. The Operations Manager is accountable for optimizing plant runtime as well as downtime while ensuring a quality end product. POET bioprocessing facilities operate on a 24-hour continuous schedule. The Operations Manager must be available as needed. This is an on-site role located in Iowa Falls, IA.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 5 or more years’ experience in a manufacturing/processing environment required.
• You know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite.
• You’re capable of learning new programs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Ag-business, Business, Operations Management, Science, Chemistry, Biology or Engineering preferred.
• 5 years of supervisory and/or managerial experience is preferred.
• Experience with Maintenance management systems such as Maximo is preferred.
• High level of personal integrity
• Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization
• Ability to embrace and promote change
• Innovative mindset
• Ability to think objectively
• Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities

• Facilitate communication between departments within the plant and other POET Biorefining locations to maintain an effective teamwork environment.
• Manage all plant operations and production and strive for maximum efficiency.
• Manage raw material inventories and receipts to ensure continued plant operation.
• Provide trouble shooting and problem solving expertise to resolve chemical plant operational problems.
• Optimize plant up-time or runtime, minimize all plant downtime.
• Assign cleaning tasks and maintain the sanitation schedule.
• Perform on-call duties for technical support during off hours.
• Lead interdepartmental teams through Root Cause Analysis (RCA) process and drive all action items through to completion.
• Utilize plant historian database (PI) to analyze plant operational trends.
• Coordinate with the Plant Manager to ensure all operational System Improvement Forms (SIF’s) are implemented.
• Coordinate with the Plant Manager to ensure the entire operations department is informed of and embracing operational changes that occur within the company.
• Coordinate with the Plant Manager to ensure that all city, county, state and federal regulations are being met and assist in implementing approved changes.
• Effectively lead the team by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training team members. Leadership responsibilities also include delegating, coaching, managing performance and career development to effectively execute departmental strategies and support company objectives.
• Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community.
• Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.
• Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.
• Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

Benefits

• Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)
• Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!
• Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution
• Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions
• 401K with company match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations
• Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements
• Discounted home and auto insurance
• A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually
• 'Family-first' culture
• Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED