Dairy RNG Regional Manager

Position Summary

The Dairy RNG Regional Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and implementing the overall safe operation, maintenance, and performance of dairy RNG facilities within the assigned region. This role handles sophisticated technical issues, serves as an authority over multiple plants, consults with senior management, and leads people and processes proactively.

• Planning, directing, and implementing safe operation, maintenance, and performance of RNG plants.
• Handling sophisticated issues and serving as an authority over several plants.
• Consulting with senior management to formulate and establish broad plans and policies.
• Leading people and issues proactively and supporting the assigned region.
• Supporting the planning and scheduling of routine maintenance of plant equipment.
• Reviewing work schedules, assignments, and rotations for plant technicians.
• Building and maintaining the annual operating budget for controlled plants.
• Ensuring all employees are properly trained in job requirements.
• Reviewing, approving employee timesheets and expense reimbursements.
• Providing transparent, timely feedback and mentoring on performance.
• Conducting performance reviews with employees.
• Evaluating operations, maintenance, and performance of the facility.
• Performing equipment testing and developing action plans to improve performance.
• Planning and implementing special projects to improve service quality.
• Monitoring plant performance to ensure adherence to company and industry standards.
• Ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Ensuring company standards and procedures are followed.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to plan and coordinate projects with timely and sound decisions.
• Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.
• Knowledge of gas flow, instrumentation (4‑20mA signals), PLC systems, and mechanical repair skills.
• Ability to work in varied weather conditions, climb ladders, enter confined spaces, and lift up to 50lbs.
• Availability to travel up to 75% of the time and prioritize travel and decisions based on plant needs.

Required background and experience:

• 7‑10 years of plant operations and maintenance experience in an RNG plant, power plant, or other chemical processing plant.
• 4+ years of management experience or proven leadership skills.

• Flexible vacation, paid time off, and sick leave.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with generous company match.
• Employee resource groups to encourage engagement, professional development, and inclusion.

At this time, SJI is only considering applicants authorized to work in the United States currently and in the future without the need for visa sponsorship.

$139,125 – $222,600 (base salary only; excludes benefits, bonuses, or other compensation).