Supv Production

Consumers Energy•Zeeland, MI

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor, Production is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of a power generation facility. The role coordinates and supervises daily activities of operations, production, and support teams; establishes priorities; and coordinates work with other supervisors and departments. Decisions are guided by company policies and procedures, safety culture, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. This onsite position is based at Zeeland Generation in Zeeland, Michigan. The selected candidate must live within commuting distance or be willing to relocate; relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. The role is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship, including H-1B or TN sponsorship, or participation in the H-1B lottery program. Candidates requiring CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT are also ineligible. The supervisor oversees employees and contractors involved in power plant operations, provides operational troubleshooting and work guidance, administers collective bargaining and company requirements, and supports employee training and development. The position also helps ensure safe and reliable combined-cycle combustion turbine plant operations and compliance with air and water environmental permits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, skilled trade, or related discipline and at least two years of experience demonstrating technical knowledge in power plant operations or similar industrial operations; or an associate degree in a technical field, skilled trade, or related discipline and at least four years of relevant technical experience; or a high school diploma and at least six years of experience demonstrating technical knowledge in power plant operations or similar industrial operations.
Negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and ability to apply and administer their provisions.
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory capabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of power plant operations, procedures, systems, and equipment.
Knowledge of safety requirements, work methods, work processes, and related technologies.
Thorough understanding of work scheduling and resource-planning processes.
Must not require current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa, including H-1B or TN sponsorship; CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT candidates are not eligible.
Must be within commuting distance of the Zeeland, Michigan worksite or willing to relocate.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of power plant experience.
Technical knowledge of power plant operations acquired through formal education, technical training, or relevant work experience.
In-depth knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
In-depth knowledge of combined-cycle power plant operations.
Demonstrated leadership, including the ability to lead significant organizational change in a competitive business environment.
Ability to direct company and contractor resources during routine, non-routine, and emergency operations.
Proven success leading projects and driving results.
Strong employee development, coaching, and knowledge-transfer skills.
Experience working with a bargaining unit workforce.
Knowledge of SAP work management systems and electronic tagging systems.
Prior operations or maintenance experience at combined-cycle power generation facilities, including experience with combustion turbines, heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs), and water treatment systems.
Relevant industry certifications, such as Boiler Operator, Fossil Plant Operator, Combustion Turbine Operator, NERC Operator, Operator Qualifications, or other applicable operator licenses.

Responsibilities

Lead and participate in operating reviews, performance evaluations, and problem-solving initiatives.
Recommend and implement improvements to facility systems, operations, and maintenance processes.
Prepare and maintain reports on completed work orders and ongoing assignments using enterprise software systems.
Support departmental and company metrics and goals through visual management tools, problem-solving processes, and Lean methodologies.
Identify and complete initiatives for waste reduction, automation, and cost savings.
Advise operations leadership on budget requirements and resource needs.
Approve timesheets, manage Equivalent Straight Time accounting, review policy and procedure updates, schedule on-call resources, and participate in the on-call rotation.
Oversee acquisition, distribution, inspection, testing, and replacement of personal protective equipment.
Respond to employee concerns and requests for information.
Guide employees in resolving equipment and system performance issues, including complex, infrequently performed, or potentially hazardous work.
Collaborate with employees and support groups to achieve operational objectives.
Inspect work activities and oversee operating evolutions to ensure quality, progress, and satisfactory completion.
Supervise bargaining unit employees responsible for power generation equipment operation and integrity.
Oversee contractors and ensure they comply with safety and operational requirements.
Plan, organize, train, and direct personnel to achieve quality workmanship and operational efficiency.
Lead or participate in special projects.
Administer the collective bargaining agreement, company policies, procedures, and departmental guidelines.
Coach, mentor, and develop employees.
Coordinate cross-functional work priorities, operating evolutions, and resource needs with support groups.
Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions; investigate equipment and system deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions with Maintenance and other support organizations.
Ensure safe and reliable combined-cycle combustion turbine plant operations and compliance with air and water environmental permits.
Maintain departmental operating procedures and coordinate periodic reviews and updates.
Provide operational troubleshooting support and guidance for plant evolutions and activities.
Administer switching and tagging procedures.
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety and clearance procedures, environmental regulations, and the Code of Conduct.
Evaluate training program effectiveness and update programs as needed.
Conduct operator evaluations and administer operator qualification and certification processes.
Assist operations personnel in designing, developing, and delivering training programs and materials for bargaining unit and exempt employees.
Plan, organize, coordinate, evaluate, and supervise employees responsible for operating electric generation facilities; direct daily work activities.
Recommend improvements to facility operations and systems, respond to information requests, and prepare reports about completed and ongoing work.
Inspect job sites to monitor progress, ensure safety compliance, and verify work completion through post-maintenance testing and equipment or plant walkdowns.
Plan future assignments and prepare requisitions for operations and maintenance supplies, equipment, and materials.
Conduct safety meetings, investigate incidents, complete incident and accident reports, maintain records, and submit reports to applicable regulatory agencies.
Implement and monitor preventive maintenance programs.
Participate in management of plant modifications, control system changes, and off-normal equipment conditions.
Perform other duties as assigned.