Job Summary:

The Food Biofuels Production Manager will oversee production and plant operations, which may include facility management, budget execution, and quality assurance.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Hires and onboards production staff; provides appropriate new hire training.
• Provides additional safety and production training, as needed.
• Organizes and oversees the work and schedules of departmental supervisors.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Supervises and coordinates activities throughout the biofuel generation facilities including production, shipping, maintenance, and quality assurance.
• Studies the costs, materials, and efficiencies of the biofuel plant and operations.
• Reviews logs, datasheets, and reports to assess production, fuel flow levels, and other metrics.
• Identifies process abnormalities or inefficiencies then addresses those problems by determining and implementing appropriate changes.
• Performs quality control testing by collecting samples of biofuel products and/or secondary byproducts.
• Prepares, executes, and monitors budgets.
• Submits periodic production reports to director or other appropriate staff.
• Authorizes new production processes and required equipment purchases or repairs.
• Ensures employee compliance with plant safety, environmental, and operational standards and regulations.
• Ensures safe transfer and storage of flammable or other potentially dangerous stock and products.
• Interrupts processes, shutting down and restarting equipment and production in emergencies and when maintenance, repairs, or replacements are required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and managerial skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Thorough understanding of biofuel production process.
• Thorough understanding of equipment used to produce or monitor biofuel process.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree in related field required; Bachelors degree preferred.
• Background in life sciences or biotechnology preferred.
• At least three years of related experience required.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.