Plant Manager (Chemical / Biofuel) - Morris, Minnesota

MissionHires is partnering with a long-standing ag‑sector client to hire a Plant Manager for a chemical/biofuel (ethanol) processing operation. The Plant Manager will lead day‑to‑day plant operations, maintenance, quality, safety, and compliance; drive cost‑effective production; develop and manage personnel; coordinate experiments/trials; and ensure regulatory adherence at city, county, state, and federal levels. Responsibilities Manage overall plant operations, maintenance, and quality control for a chemical/biofuel processing facility Plan and coordinate plant activities, including experiments/trials, with departmental supervisors to achieve manufacturing objectives on time and within budget Assist with and/or approve hiring of plant personnel across operations, maintenance, lab, and boiler operations Maintain programs and policies that foster a highly effective and motivated workforce Identify, initiate, and execute projects to improve efficiency, reduce operating costs, enhance environmental compliance, and strengthen safety Ensure 24/7 compliance with all applicable city, county, state, and federal regulations Direct, maintain, and enforce the safety program for equipment and personnel; review safety records and uphold maximum safety standards Oversee maintenance of plant facilities and equipment; drive repairs, replacements, and adjustments as needed; assist with establishing and maintaining spare parts inventory Facilitate clear communication across all plant departments and leadership Review and act on reports from supervisors to ensure performance and compliance to goals Participate in maintenance planning, including scoping, prioritizing, and scheduling projects Plan, schedule, and organize plant shutdowns; communicate timelines with supervisors/managers Conduct performance reviews of supervisory staff; set guidelines and monitor evaluation procedures Establish and enforce policies and procedures to ensure plant cleanliness and housekeeping standards Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations Requirements Demonstrated leadership experience managing plant operations in a chemical, biofuel, or ethanol processing environment In-depth knowledge of ethanol production processes and technology Proven ability to coordinate cross‑functional activities and meet manufacturing goals in a cost‑effective manner Experience building and motivating teams; hiring, training, and developing plant personnel Track record of implementing efficiency, cost‑reduction, environmental compliance, and safety improvement projects Strong understanding of regulatory compliance at city, county, state, and federal levels for chemical/biofuel operations Hands‑on safety leadership, including developing/enforcing safety programs and reviewing safety performance Experience overseeing maintenance programs, equipment reliability, and spare parts inventory management Ability to plan and execute plant shutdowns and major maintenance projects Experience conducting performance reviews and managing supervisory staff Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements Proficiency with basic office software (word processing, email, spreadsheets) Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) beneficial but not required #J-18808-Ljbffr MissionHires