Supv Production

Consumers Energy•Zeeland, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor, Production is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of an onsite combined-cycle combustion turbine power generation facility in Zeeland, Michigan. The role coordinates and supervises daily activities of operations, production, and support teams; establishes priorities; and works with other supervisors and departments. Decisions are guided by company policies and procedures, safety culture, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. The supervisor leads and develops personnel, including bargaining unit employees, oversees contractors, and administers the collective bargaining agreement and departmental guidelines. The role supports plant operations through troubleshooting, training, work planning, operating procedures, switching and tagging, inspections, maintenance coordination, and oversight of plant evolutions and modifications. It also supports compliance with safety requirements and environmental permits, and participates in the on-call rotation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical field, skilled trade, or related discipline and at least 2 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 4 years of relevant technical experience; or a high school diploma and at least 6 years of experience demonstrating technical knowledge in power plant operations or similar industrial operations.
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.
Negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Knowledge of and ability to apply collective bargaining agreements, including effective administration and adherence to their provisions.
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory capabilities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be within commuting distance of the Zeeland Generation facility or willing to relocate; relocation assistance is available to those who qualify.
The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, including H-1B or TN visas, and cannot hire individuals using CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT.

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 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 with combined-cycle power generation facilities and associated equipment, including 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 work-order and assignment status reports using enterprise software.
Support departmental and company metrics and goals using visual management tools, problem-solving processes, and Lean methodologies; identify and complete waste-reduction, automation, and cost-saving initiatives.
Advise operations leadership on budget requirements and resource needs.
Approve timesheets; perform Equivalent Straight Time accounting; review and acknowledge procedure and policy updates; schedule on-call resources; and participate in the on-call rotation.
Oversee the acquisition, distribution, inspection, testing, and replacement of personal protective equipment.
Respond to employee concerns and requests for information, guide employees through equipment and system performance issues, and provide instruction on complex, infrequent, or potentially hazardous work.
Inspect work activities and directly oversee operating evolutions to ensure quality, progress, and satisfactory completion.
Supervise bargaining unit employees responsible for power generation equipment; oversee contractors; plan, organize, train, and direct personnel; and provide coaching, mentoring, and employee development.
Administer the collective bargaining agreement, company policies and procedures, and departmental guidelines.
Coordinate cross-functional work priorities, operating evolutions, and resource needs; troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate corrective actions with Maintenance and other support organizations.
Ensure safe and reliable operation of the combined-cycle combustion turbine plant and compliance with air and water environmental permits.
Maintain operating procedures and coordinate periodic reviews and updates; provide operational troubleshooting support and administer switching and tagging procedures.
Investigate equipment and system deficiencies and ensure compliance with safety, clearance, environmental, and conduct requirements.
Evaluate training program effectiveness; conduct operator evaluations; administer operator qualification and certification processes; and assist in developing and delivering training programs and materials.
Plan, organize, coordinate, evaluate, and supervise employees and daily work activities at electric generation facilities.
Inspect job sites, monitor work progress and safety compliance, verify completion through post-maintenance testing and plant walkdowns, plan future assignments, and prepare requisitions for supplies, equipment, and materials.
Conduct safety meetings, investigate incidents, complete 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.
Lead or participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.