Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of the plant.  Direct the implementation of the Operating Plan and identify areas which may need improvement or further development.  Ensure that plant operating conditions are always kept within optimum limits.  

Primary Duties

• Ensure that thermal and electrical outputs are maintained at maximum levels and efficiencies. 

• Report normal, abnormal, or emergency plant conditions to the Plant Manager.  Take necessary corrective action in accordance with established policy or at the direction of the Plant Manager. 

• Provide guidance to the maintenance supervisor relative to equipment conditions and required maintenance activities. 

• Maintain the Environmental QA/QC Manual and ensure compliance with all environmental regulatory requirements. 

• Oversee the training of all plant personnel and maintain the plant Training Manual. 

• Prepare required reports for the owner and/or utility. 

• Oversee the daily upkeep of necessary plant logs and records. 

• Maintain the plant Operations Manuals and assure that operating policies and procedures are kept up-to-date. 

• Sustain the morale and motivation of operations personnel and handle employee concerns as they arise. 

• Ensure that the water chemistry program for the plant is properly implemented, including testing, inspections, and maintenance of water treatment program.  Provide guidance to the chemist in administering the chemistry program. 

• Complete other tasks as requested by the Plant Manager. 

• Assist with the location, screening and hiring of operating personnel. 

Working Relationships

Report to the Plant Manager and supervise subordinate operations personnel.  Cooperate with the Administrative Manager and Maintenance Supervisor as needed in the daily operation of the plant. 

Job Qualifications:

·         Education: Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or equivalent from an accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent.  Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. 

·         Years of Experience:

o        Five years of power plant or similar experience. 

o        Two years of experience supervising technical, supervisory, and administrative personnel. 

·         Preferred Experience: Gas turbine experience.    

·         Licenses/Certifications:   

·         Software/Equipment Knowledge:   

·         Other Considerations: Strong leadership and motivational skills. 

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions 

Physical requirements include:  possibility of working on feet for extensive periods, requiring stair and ladder climbing; and routinely lifting 50 pounds.  Protective equipment must be worn in the performance of some duties (e.g. hard hats, safety glasses, air masks, ear protection, chemical suits, hot gloves and high voltage protective equipment, etc.).  Work with hazardous materials may be required. 

Position requires extended working hours and varied shifts with weekend and holiday work, as required by schedules, work load and plant conditions.  "On call" status will periodically be required. 

Fit for Duty 

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer physical examination and drug screening and post-employment random drug screening. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around the facility.  

Safety

Safety is a core value of MRP and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property.  All MRP managers and supervisors (“Supervisors”) have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a healthy and safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each supervisor’s performance. This includes, but is not limited to, the following functions:  

Conduct/Support Regular Safety Meetings (at least monthly) 

Address Safety at all Group Meetings 

Conduct Inspections and Observations: establish within the department a regular inspection of the work area and a safety observation process of work being performed. 

Establish and lead these activities following any rules, requirements or guidance established in your business unit, group or division. 

Involve all MRP teammates in the activities. 

Analyze result, write work orders, train and educate to eliminate hazards, at-risk behavior and meet company regulatory requirements. 

Conduct Regular Observation Tours: Conduct no less than two safety observation tours of high risk activities e.g. confined space to verify that employees are performing the work in accordance with safe practices, company procedures and OSHA regulations.  

Regular and Frequent Contacts: conduct one-on-one contact sessions with workers to discuss safety issues, communicate expectations and coach safe behaviors, e.g., whether the employee is wearing all required personal protective equipment.  

Respond to Incidents: respond to all safety-related incidents including, but not limited to injuries, incidents and near misses; write a report that explains what happened, identify the cause and recommend corrective action following any established business unit or division practice. Follow up as necessary to ensure that corrective action is taken. 

The statements contained in this job description are not necessarily all inclusive; additional duties may be assigned, and requirements may vary.