Kiln/Boiler Superintendent

We are looking for a candidate with excellent organizational and documentation skills, self-direction, and confidence in decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Directs the operation of the power plant to ensure safe, efficient, and code-compliant operations.
• Oversees the operation, maintenance, and repair of underground utility systems infrastructure.
• Functions as the project manager for all drying-related and energy projects undertaken at the division.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by observing safety and security procedures, and reporting/correcting potentially unsafe conditions.
• Supervise the daily operation of the entire generating unit or plant while holding supervised employees accountable to work safely and productively.
• Monitor and ensure local, state, and federal environmental compliance regulations are strictly enforced.
• Perform supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Direct on-the-job training for operator trainees/apprentices and new control operators.
• Ensure generation expectations are delivered through cooperative relationships with corporate trading and load dispatching groups.
• Build and maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments, including Administration, Engineering, and Maintenance.
• Develop and implement thermal efficiency improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and control costs associated with the operations of the plant.
• Coordinate priorities to ensure critical maintenance work is accomplished.
• Develop, maintain, and update plant operating procedures and guidelines.
• Maximize generation and maintain efficient operation of all plant processes associated with the power plant.

Requirements

• A minimum of five years experience in the operation of a biomass boiler power plant or similar industrial facility. In lieu of 5 years’ experience, the equivalent combination of plant operations experience and education or a bachelor’s degree in an applicable field plus a year of experience.
• Communication and interpersonal skills to communicate expectations, coach employees, provide feedback, and work collaboratively with other departments.
• Ability to make timely decisions during critical plant conditions.
• Basic computer skills, including email and word processing.

Skills

• Knowledge of biomass boiler operations and plant systems.
• Experience in the wood products industry.
• Supervisory skills including the ability to implement action plans for achieving objectives and to manage daily operations.
• Familiarity with operational performance improvement including heat rate, cycle isolation, and turbine performance.
• Working knowledge of boiler cycle chemistry.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems.
• Experience with bargaining unit environments and collective bargaining agreements.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools.

This is a safety-sensitive position.

Benefits

• Benefits starting Day 1
• Competitive starting pay
• On-the-job training
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401K with company match and additional retirement contribution
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid vacations and holidays