Plant Manager

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

To be considered for this role you must have Anerobic Digestion experience, and be willing to commute to our facility in Linden, NJ.

Veolia is looking for a Plant Manager who demonstrates accountability for business and client objectives for a new Anaerobic Digestion facility operated by Veolia and owned by our client. In this role, you will integrate and develop a team and processes that meet the business needs of both Veolia and the client. You will be involved in full-range planning, and contribute to the overall site strategy and success. The Plant Manager is the visible and active leader of the facility, promoting a favorable and productive environment for all employees. The facility will digest source-separated organics (SSO) and fats, oils and grease (FOG) to produce pipeline-quality renewable natural gas (RNG).

● Strong occupational and safety hazard skills necessary for the safe operation of the plant
● Strong oral and written communication skills
● Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
● Strong organizational and analytical skills
● Strong technical/process understanding

Duties & Responsibilities

● Responsible for the day-to-day operations at this site including all aspects from the
reception of raw materials/feedstock through the delivery of finished product.
● Ensures the facility maintains compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements
and in accordance with design criteria.
● Leading a staff of 20+ individuals including administrative oversight for employee hiring
and selection, timekeeping, performance reviews, and personnel development.
● Implements, directs and enforces plant safety and risk management programs
● Ensure appropriate staff levels at all times and all personnel are well-trained to perform
their duties effectively
● Lead the effort to develop and implement plans to meet customers' requirements for
product quality, cost, and delivery in a safe manner
● Maintains and develops procedures, and documents necessary to maintain the ISO
Quality system and certifications
● Promote a working environment to achieve excellence in productivity, customer service,
quality (inc. ISO), and Environmental Health and Safety (EHS).
● Responsible for planning, coordinating and directing all Operations and Services
functions at the facility
● Drive initiatives to maximize employee contribution and drive improvements in product
quality, efficiency and services
● Responsible for annual budget setting for the facility and accountable for reporting
financial details.

● Ensures team is properly executing preventative maintenance program set forward by
Veolia in collaboration with the customer.
● Works across all business functions (outside of direct team) to enhance Customer
Services
● Works with client around changes in feedstock, and coordinates with internal process
experts where necessary

Preferred:

● Experience with a plant that utilizes an Anaerobic Digestion Process (A relatable process
industry can suffice)
● 7+ years of experience in operations management and leadership
● Knowledge of the disciplines of manufacturing management such as production and
inventory control, variable cost productivity, and fulfillment metrics, quality systems, cost
systems, and fulfillment metrics, and procedures
● Scada Experience
● Lean Six Sigma training
● Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Suite of applications
● Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems

Education & Experience
Required

● HS Diploma required

● Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college preferred but not required
● Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing/operations, and/or leadership

Working Conditions

● Facility maintains stock of various chemicals including acids and caustics for operations
use
● Large quantities of biogas will be present on the site
● Team may be required to work at heights, in confined spaces, or perform activities
requiring permit to complete
● High traffic movement, digested solids management
● Minimal travel travel expected

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all
applications, without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.