Operations Supervisor - Manufacturing

at  White Energy

White Energy is a fast-growing company that is strengthening America’s commitment to clean, renewable energy. It owns and operates two state-of-the-art plants that are among the nation’s leading producers of biofuels and animal feed. Ethanol produced by White Energy enjoys low carbon intensity ratings, which is attractive to the growing West Coast market for low carbon fuels. We have the energy to succeed.
We have an outstanding opportunity for an Operations Supervisor to support our plant located in Hereford, Texas. Our ideal candidate will enjoy working at a growing company, have great attention to detail, and enjoy a variety of daily responsibilities. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the selected candidate will provide backup and support by overseeing the production crews and operation of the plant. Responsibilities will also include ensuring maximum production quantity and quality, while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3 – 5 years related experience.
• Experience in the operation of a dry-mill ethanol plant strongly preferred.
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to maintain courteous, professional and effective working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to communicate information and state problems or challenges to be resolved in a clear and concise manner.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Working in different climates
• Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk and climb
  We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

• Assist Operations Manager with updating Standard Operating Procedures to ensure consistent and safe operations of the plant and processes
• Monitor the operation of the plant assuring product quality, and production goals are achieved while anticipating and solving problems in a manner that lends itself to training opportunities for Lead Operators and other employees.
• Review records of key production variables such as production volume, yield, plant uptime, etc., to assure the current KPI tracking system is updated as required.
• Work closely with QA/QC laboratory personnel to assure participation from operations is effective and assure there is an understanding within operations of the QA policies and procedures.
• Communicate directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas.
• Work closely with Lead/Process Operators to make sure all procedures of the Safe Work programs, including Confined Space, Hot Work, and Lock-out Tag-out are understood and followed.
• Assist with employee performance reviews and time management.