Job Description
Biodiesel Manufacturing Plant Manager
We are seeking a management professional for our MöBius Biodiesel plant in Fremont, NE.
MöBius Biofuels is seeking individuals who have an interest in investigating, joining and progressing in what we see as a long, vibrant market opportunity in Biodiesel and bioenergy.
Plant manager candidates must demonstrate a desire to effectively assist the General Manager in the daily technical operation of the Biodiesel plant. The plant manager will serve as a significant contributor to the overall mission of the facility, responsible for efficient operation of many aspects of the Biodiesel plant. Direct supervision, motivation, and retention of other key employees are important aspects of the desired performance of the successful candidate. In addition, we are seeking obviously the ability to effectively and efficiently manage plant operations.
We are searching for individuals with excellent technical and scientific backgrounds, verbal and written communication skills, management ability, administrative capabilities and the ability to effectively institute a "team" attitude and mentality with subordinates. A proven record of success in the areas of personnel management, administration, technical skills, and process plant management is required. Previous ethanol plant experience is a bonus.
MöBius Biofuels is seeking individuals who are skilled and experienced in technical plant operations, financial activities, regulatory compliance, maintenance, employee training and evaluation, plant safety, and team building. The plant manager plays a key role in the level of success of the facility. If you are a highly motivated, results driven individual with a strong technical operations background, the bioenergy industry provides an excellent career enhancement opportunity.
In addition to this position, we are seeking qualified candidates for a variety of additional positions in the Biodiesel and BioEnergy marketplace.
Job Requirements
Minimum of four-year college degree required. Relevant fields could include construction management, process engineering, mechanical engineering, agriculture, grain science, feed science, milling science, chemistry, chemical engineering, oil refining, petroleum or petroleum engineering, chemistry, business management, accounting/finance, operations management and/or related fields.
Must have a minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience including plant management experience.
Some petroleum, ethanol, biodiesel or production process background helpful, but not required.
Chemistry or other science background a plus.
Working knowledge of budgeting processes and financial statements preferred.
Duties of the plant manager
The Manager undertakes to provide to MöBius all services necessary to manage and oversee the daily operations of the Plant in accordance with sound plant management principles and practices in a manner calculated to maximize the production of the Plant and to maximize the Net Income produced by the Plant, including but not limited to all necessary management and oversight services relating to all procurement, production, marketing, personnel, and administrative operations of the Plant. The Manager shall have the duties and responsibilities to:
a. Provide the daily management of the Plant and perform and supervise the various administrative functions reasonably necessary for the management of the Plant.
b. Select all vendors, suppliers, and independent contractors and subcontractors necessary with respect to the operation of the Plant and hire, discharge, and supervise all employees required for the operation of the Plant.
c. Negotiate and enter into such agreements as the Manager deems necessary or advisable for the furnishing of utilities, services, concessions and supplies for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Plant;
d. Cause the Plant to be operated in accordance with any statute, ordinance, law, rule, regulation or order of any governmental or regulatory body having jurisdiction over the Plant and obtain and maintain, on behalf of and in the name of MöBius, all licenses and permits required in connection with the ownership and operation of the Plant;
e. Obtain and keep in force, fire, comprehensive liability, property casualty, workers compensation and other insurance policies commonly carried with respect to manufacturing facilities similar to the Plant and such other insurance policies required from time to time by MöBius;
f. Make or cause to be made all necessary repairs and maintenance of the Plant.
g. Provide the periodic reports.
h. Prior to the Plant’s commencement of operations, and prior to the end of each fiscal year of MöBius thereafter, present to MöBius for approval an annual budget for Plant operations for the upcoming year.
i. Subject to the approval of MöBius, engage in certain forms of leveraging, hedging and risk management activities. |
Mobius BioFuels, LLC