Plant Manager, Biomass - DOT

DTE Energy•Three Rivers, MI

20d

About The Position

This position is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of a small to mid-sized plant facility. Includes overall personnel responsibility, managing training programs and overall facility operation and maintenance. Duties include proactive leadership and development of teams to reinforce DTYE’s service Keys: Safe, Caring, Dependable and Efficient while also leading continuous improvement and maintenance, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, and developing employees culture conducive to a healthy work/life balance. The employee will be required to operate and maintain a DOT regulated pipeline. Employee will be subject to random drug screening during employment per DOT PHMSA requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 7 years of leadership experience in the operation, maintenance and administration of powerhouses, utility systems, chemical processes, or similar plant assets, or
Associate degree or industry-recognized certificate in a related discipline and at least 3 years of leadership experience in the operation, maintenance and administration of powerhouses, utility systems or similar plant assets, or 2 years of military experience at an officer level, or
Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with at least one year of supervisory or managerial experience in the operation, maintenance and administration of powerhouses, utility systems or similar plant assets

Nice To Haves

Ability to independently operate the facility, perform maintenance activities and trouble shooting
Understanding of the operation and maintenance of plant equipment, including the importance of ensuring high availability, reliability, and efficiency
Working knowledge of powerhouse equipment and systems, including but not limited to electrical distribution, internal combustion engines, gas compression, heat exchangers, chemical treatment equipment, transformers, motors, pumps, piping/valves, instrumentation, control systems, etc.
Understanding of energy efficiency practices and energy conservation techniques
Knowledge of the regulatory processes under which the facility operates
Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple simultaneous activities
Problem solving and decision-making skills; continuous improvement knowledge skills and abilities
Ability to communicate with all levels of staff and management clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
Proven ability to take tasks, assignments, and projects from start to completion without significant supervision
General understanding of income statement and the financial impact of operational and maintenance decisions at the facility

Responsibilities

Ensures the facility is operated in a safe and environmentally responsible manner in compliance with the core values of DTE Energy and all local, state, and federal regulations.
Lead day-to-day operation and maintenance activities with detailed process knowledge.
Primary liaison with the customer or host site on matters pertaining to daily operations including the scheduling of production levels.
Develops the annual O&M budget, including production forecasting; manage expenditures to achieve budgeted performance.
Schedules and coordinates major maintenance and contractor activity to coincide with the production requirements and voice of the customer.
Prepares periodic status reports that describe operating performance, issues, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Implements a planned maintenance program consisting of predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance activities documenting such activities through the utilization of the corporate CMMS system.
Conducts or arranges for periodic training for all plant personnel covering safety, technical, environmental and employee development.
Ensures that all employees and contractors abide by established policies and procedures pertaining to plant safety and environmental stewardship; manages schedules and approves time in accordance with administrative guidelines.
Works with Regional Operations Manager and Director of Operations and support personnel to share and implement best practices throughout the organization.