OPS Shift Manager

The Shift Manager ensures the proper operation of the plant process equipment. They provide leadership and direct supervision to the plant operators. They oversee the production of budgeted amounts of products in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner in compliance with environmental laws. Shift Managers work closely with other department heads to organize resources to address inefficiencies in the process, mechanical failures, chemical inventory management, certification of finished products, and personnel management.

• Support and enforce health, safety, and environmental (HS&E) policies and procedures, addressing any concerns promptly and adhering to safe operating procedures for equipment and chemical handling
• Oversee all areas of biodiesel production, including utilities, wastewater, lab, and logistics, during safe startup, operation, and shutdown of the plant. This role will take full oversight responsibility when department managers are not on-site, such as after hours and on weekends, ensuring smooth and efficient plant operations
• Provide leadership and direct management for plant operators to ensure top performance and growth
• Ensure the highest standards of operational discipline and execution are maintained at all times
• Maintain accurate records and logs of activities, operating conditions, and report any changes in process/equipment performance
• Lead or actively participate in incident investigations and near-miss reporting, ensuring root cause analysis is completed and corrective actions are documented, tracked, and closed in a timely manner
• Serve as the primary point of contact for emergency response during the shift, including plant evacuations, chemical releases, and equipment failures, ensuring all personnel follow established emergency procedures
• Oversee and monitor contractors working on site during the shift, ensuring all work is performed safely and in compliance with Seaboard's safety standards and permitting requirements
• Coordinate with Logistics on product and co-product shipments, incoming feedstock deliveries, and storage availability, while ensuring required certification in accordance with BQ-9000 standards
• Promptly communicate to the Operations Superintendent any unplanned plant outages, major equipment failures, significant production losses, or situations requiring decisions beyond the scope of the Shift Manager's authority, ensuring leadership is informed and engaged in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate professionalism and ethical conduct in all interactions, promoting a respectful and innovative work environment. Ensure that work areas are kept clean and free of clutter to maintain safety, efficiency, and well-organized work spaces throughout the plant
• Manage Operations personnel under the direction of the Operations Superintendent
• Carry out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, directing work and resolving problems
• Ensure operators maintain high quality Safe Work Permits through routine audits
• Actively participate in shift change meetings, providing information on activities, concerns, and any outstanding issues to ensure the oncoming shift is fully informed and prepared
• Ensure work requests are submitted in appropriate maintenance management software and ensure all maintenance work is done in accordance with established safety rules
• Collaborate with the Operations Management System (OMS) Coordinator to deliver continuous training to technicians in all operating areas and maintain documentation to track progress to achieve proficiency in any area assigned
• Understand, support, and help implement/maintain the Operations…