Operations Manager

Operations Manager Full-time, Permanent On-site Location: Gloster, MSAt Drax, we are working towards a zero-carbon, sustainable future and you can help make this future a reality. If you are an experienced operations leader, that enjoys a challenge then your next career move may well be your best.  Join the team as an Operations Manager. So, what will you be doing?As the Operations Manager you'll be responsible for overseeing the Operations personnel and manufacturing process of biomass.  You will be working with your team to execute our mission of safely producing quality, renewable energy.About the Role:Some of your day-to-day duties include:Daily safety walk to audit housekeeping and paperwork with prompt feedback to supervisors and area managersSafety: Create a "Safety First" cultureEnforce rule and policy compliance with positive reinforcement, counselling as needed, and timely disciplinary actions when neededAudit JSA's, POWRA's, Hot work, LOTO, and Confined space documentationCreate quarterly goals for direct reports with clear objectives for safety, housekeeping, dust score, and environmental complianceShow no tolerance for bending/breaking of company policies and procedures for all employees with impartial application of coaching, training, and disciplinary processesFrequent reference to golden rules and policies in discussions with employees Operations:    Manage the operations and manufacturing process of biomass to achieve and exceed facility and company goals and objectivesExhibit high expectations, rapid feedback, and daily goals for operations to drive excellenceCome to meetings with situational awareness and prepared plans to drive safety, quality, and productivity to highest possible levelCreate quarterly operational and production goals for direct reports that support continuous improvement of operational team and achievement of facility goalsSupport supervisors to manage time and attendance for plant to proactively fill gaps, build bench strength, and provide full coverage for daily shiftsProvide leadership for Area Managers for planned maintenance, problem solving, and debottlenecking of processes to optimize daily on quality production.Hold Area Managers accountable to provide active leadership in Safety, Quality, Cost Control, Productivity, and Environmental compliance.Exhibit active leadership across plant.   Encourage, coach, and intercede as necessary to achieve plant goals.Insure 8D's are completed for safety and production incidents to support continuous improvementHousekeeping:     Implement housekeeping standards to minimize hazards and to eliminate OSHA recordable and lost time injuriesWalk with Safety manager, Plant manager, and Area Managers at least once per day to assess plant housekeeping and compliance.Give frequent and timely feedback to crews, supervisors, and individuals to improve plant housekeeping and dust scoreEnsure temps and outside services are properly utilized to keep plant in best possible condition at least possible cost           Personnel:  Responsible for overall facility personnel including hiring, training, coaching, setting expectations, insuring compliance to rules, procedures, and regulations, discipline, performance, and terminations if necessary.             Lead the hiring process for all operations employees, and staff as appropriate Ensure temps and outside services are properly utilized to keep plant in best possible condition at least possible cost          Develop training manuals, standard operating procedures, and Lock-Out Tag-Out documentsSchedule, train and maintain training records for all operations employees Ensure that health and safety programs and plans are developed and implemented in accordance with all applicable regulatory requirements Ensure that the biomass is produced in compliance with the manufacturing and quality specifications Communicate and support the philosophy of the Continuous Improvement Process Continuously encourage, seek, identify, and implement the means and methods to improve plant productivity and efficiency without compromising product quality, safety or environmental Ensure that operations employees are informed and updated on key business and organizational issuesAdditional Responsibilities and Special Projects as assigned by Plant ManagerKnowledge, Skills and Experience required:B.S. Degree preferred; 10+ years Operations or related with previous management experience preferred;Candidate must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;Knowledge of specific production process a plusWhat we Offer:-A competitive salary, with opportunities to grow your experience and build an exciting career leading others.-A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.-Great health and dental benefits starting from day one at Drax!-A 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals (also starting from day one at Drax!).-A company bonus plan which rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement.If this role sounds good, we'd love to hear from you!  Click "Apply now"Together, we can make it happen

Created: 2025-02-07