Refinery Operator jobs in Nevada

RENEWABLE REFINERY OPERATIONS MANAGER

We are seeking an experienced refinery operations manager to take on the leadership of a burgeoning renewable diesel biofuels facility as we transition to new products.

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily production operations of the renewable’s facility on a rotating shift schedule. Will ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the renewable fuels’ refinery, located near Reno, Nevada.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Leads a team of operators in the safe and efficient operation of the biodiesel refinery, ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

· Executes priorities and production plans provided by operations management and ensures that targets are met.

· Sets and drives expectations of disciplined operations through development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training programs to train and mentor operators.

· Identifies and troubleshoots equipment and process issues to minimize downtime and improves productivity.

· Collaborates with the maintenance team to schedule and perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment.

· Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production processes and reduce costs.

· Participates in incident investigations and root cause analysis as required.

· Responsible for maintaining Safety and Quality Systems as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

· High School degree or GED required. Prefer bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, or other equivalent related experience and post-secondary education.

· 10 years of relevant industrial experience desired. Previous experience in a biodiesel or Sustainable Aviation Fuels facility is helpful.

· Demonstrated leadership ability with team orientation.

· Field experience in plant operations and maintenance required.

· Startup and commissioning experience is helpful.

· Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and other technology tools.

· Should have ability to work in an operating plant or construction site. This requires normal hearing, the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance, clear close and distance vision, depth perception, crawl, kneel, crouch, bend, stoop, and the ability to focus.

· Must be willing to work flexible schedules as needed including nights and/or weekends as job duties demand.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

· Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Measures self against standard of excellence. Recognizes and acts on opportunities. Sets and achieves challenging goals. Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

· Ability to understand, analyze, and interpret complex issues, to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries, and to make persuasive presentations on complex topics to management, teammates, clients, and/or owners.

· Should be skilled in exercising initiative, judgement, discretion, and decision making to achieve organizational objectives. Able to delegate responsibility and authority to subordinates while creating a culture of unity, accountability, and the will to win.

· Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

· Ability and desire to learn a wide variety of plant disciplines including Electrical, Piping, Mechanical, Controls and Automation, Instrumentation (I&E), and Plant Process Systems.

· Ensures that the product being manufactured meets company’s and customer’s standards, policies and practices through the proper implementation and maintenance of all aspects of quality systems such as SQF, HACCP, GMP, AIB, and other company systems.

· Maintains clean and safe plant/refinery areas. Provides injury-free work environment for employees, staff, contractors, and visitors through engagement, JHAs, training programs, good work practices, company standards, and proactive elimination of exposures. Continually improves safety record by addressing both physical and safety issues and employee safety attitudes. Maintains and improves housekeeping in all operational areas.

Interested candidates please respond to Steve Howser, Orion Plant Services, at steve.howser@orion-eng.com, call 678-206-1048, or apply through our Careers link at https://www.orion-eng.com.

March 2024

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $145,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Sparks, NV 89437: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person