Responsible for the operation of the plant, to ensure maximum production quantity and quality, while following the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Monitors and controls plant operations

• Constantly reviews the operation of the plant to monitor production and quality, anticipating and solving problems in a timely manner, and identifying opportunities for improvement.


• Participates in projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.


• Maintains adequate records of key production variables such as production volume, yield, plant uptime, utility consumption, etc., on a daily, weekly, and/or monthly basis, as required.

Participates in quality assurance program

• Communicates directly with QA laboratory to ensure effective participation in the implementation of QA policies and procedures.


• Samples and tests process streams as required by the QA program and procedures.


• Maintains QA records.


• Understands and interprets QA results and takes appropriate action when required.

Participates in plant maintenance program

• Communicates directly with the maintenance department to coordinate maintenance and repair work in process areas.


• Performs preventative maintenance activities as required.


• Assists maintenance technicians in performing maintenance and repairs.


• Assists with diagnosing and trouble-shooting maintenance related issues.

Participates in safety, health and environmental programs

• Knows and understands city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to process operations and works in a manner to ensure that these regulations are met at all times.


• Works in a safe manner at all times.

Other Duties

• Participates in programs and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.


• Monitors use and inventories of process chemicals and supplies.