Plant General Manager directs, manages, and optimizes a plant or production facility's overall operations and financial performance (P&L). Sets policies and procedures that guide plant operations' productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. Being a Plant General Manager systematically collects operational metrics to analyze productivity and set performance targets to meet revenue and cost goals. Supports the development and deployment of manufacturing practices focused on quality and continuous improvement. Additionally, Plant General Manager ensures robust plant safety and security inspections, auditing, and training procedures are implemented to meet OSHA and other required regulations. Leads labor relations negotiations and engages with union leadership involving plant operations. Oversees multi-functional plant teams including finance, engineering, materials, quality assurance, and human resources. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, finance or equivalent. Typically reports to senior management. The Plant General Manager manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Plant General Manager typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Description
Part-time General Manager/ Plant Operator
Job Summary
Under the Direction of Avondale Water and Sanitation District Board of Directors, performs and oversees the daily activities of the water and wastewater treatment plants, collection and distribution system.
The General Manager will undertake a range of administrative activities, respond to enquiries from the public and other organizations, and look after particular aspects of the business.
The General Manager will work in conjunction with the Board when hiring and firing of office personnel. Make recommendations based on the information in employee’s personnel files, such as a raise for excellent performance or additional actions for negative performance.
Help plan for short- and long-term finance for the District. Perform tasks to ensure that the staff can work efficiently. For example, equipment and machinery used must be in good working order. Works on yearly transparency notices.
Oversee the work to ensure it is proceeding on schedule and meets established quality standards. Discussions with staff members on progress on long term projects.
Serve as primary liaisons between the office and general public through direct contact and help in preparing information.
Draft letters on behalf of the District.
Obtain permits form the County and State for installation and repair of water and sewer lines.
Work involving all aspects of operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment systems. All work must be done in compliance with applicable regulations and standards.
Essential Job Functions
Prepare written and electronic forms for submittal to CDPHE. Oversees Construction Projects.
Performs all the duties of a Plants Operator with proficiency to include but not limited to:
Performs duties in the operation and maintenance of water treatment plant, wastewater treatment plant, as well as distribution system, collection system, pump stations and storage facilities in a safe manner
Responsible for the District’s Cross-connection control and Backflow prevention program
Collect samples, perform laboratory analysis or submit to lab and make changes in processes as well as maintain in written and electronic forms
Supervises and trains lower classified operators.
All work must be in compliance with applicable policies, rules, regulations and laws.
Responds to emergency calls and customers concerns with other employees in the department.
Must have current driver’s license.
Must be bondable.
Ability to pass a drug screen.
Other duties as assigned by Board.
Pre-employment Knowledge, abilities and skills
Knowledge of principles. Practices, materials and equipment used in water and wastewater treatment
Ability to operate equipment in a safe manner, to maintain effective working relationships with persons at all levels, to write and speak clearly and concisely
Licenses or Certificates
Must have and maintain a valid Class “B” Water and Class “C” Wastewater certifications and
Class 1 Collections and Distribution certification.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: In person