Energy and Kiln Superintendent

A successful candidate will have excellent organizational and documentation skills, be self-directed, and be confident in their decision-making abilities. What you will do: · Directs the operation of the power plant to ensure safe, efficient, and code-compliant operations. · Oversees the operation, maintenance, and repair of underground utility systems infrastructure. · Functions as the project manager for all drying-related and energy projects undertaken at the division. · Maintain a safe and clean working environment by observing safety and security procedures, and reporting/correcting potentially unsafe conditions. · Supervise the daily operation of the entire generating unit or plant while holding supervised employees accountable to work safely and productively. · Monitor and ensure local, state, and federal environmental compliance regulations are strictly enforced. · Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies, procedures, and guidelines. · Direct on-the-job training for operator trainees/apprentices and new control operators. · Ensure generation expectations are delivered through cooperative relationships with corporate trading and load dispatching groups. · Build and maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments, including Administration, Engineering, and Maintenance. · Develop and implement thermal efficiency improvement initiatives. · Monitor and control costs associated with the operations of the plant. · Coordinate priorities to insure critical maintenance work is accomplished. · Develop, maintain and update plant operating procedures and guidelines. · Maximize generation and maintain efficient operation of all plant processes associated with the power plant. Qualifications you will need: · Both boiler and kiln experience · A minimum of five years of operations experience in a biomass boiler power plant or similar industrial facility. In lieu of 5 years of experience, the equivalent combination of plant operations experience and education or bachelor’s degree in an applicable field plus a year of experience. · Communication and interpersonal skills to communicate expectations, coach employees, provide feedback and work collaboratively with other departments. · Ability to make timely decisions during critical plant conditions. · Basic computer skills, including e-mail and word processing. What will make you stand out: · Knowledge of biomass boiler operations and plant systems. · Experience in the wood products industry. · Supervisory skills include the ability to implement action plans for achieving objectives and to manage daily operations. · Familiarity with operational performance improvement including heat rate, cycle isolation, and turbine performance. · Working knowledge of boiler cycle chemistry. · Familiarity with maintenance management systems. · Experience with bargaining unit environments and collective bargaining agreements. · Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $90,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year Experience: kiln: 5 years (Preferred) boiler: 5 years (Preferred) Ability to Relocate: Winnfield, LA 71483: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person