CO2 Plant Manager (Full Time) - Brandon, MB

• Ensure employee adherence and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, Standard Maintenance Procedures, and Safety Policy requirements
• Ensure conformance with applicable governmental regulations and Linde policies
• Manage the safety work order system, including reporting and retaining of records
• Participate in audits and complete audit action plan items
• Conduct safety meetings and inspections: escalating as required any safety and environmental issues

• Lead cost reduction and productivity initiatives
• Work to ensure efficient plant operation by monitoring and achieving key performance indicator (KPI) targets
• Develop, manage and execute capex projects as applicable
• Conduct plant inspections
• Manage and escalate as required, equipment failures, production upsets, quality or product delivery issues
• Co-ordinate, manage and assist in troubleshooting technical problems related to plant instrumentation, electrical and process equipment
• Organize work to maximize use of personnel, equipment and material resources
• Identify issues and lead improvement plans in production processes, shift schedules, overtime levels and training
• Communicate to suppliers, vendors, contractors and stake holders as needed
• Build and promote a strong relationship with onsite customers
• Effectively respond to planned and unplanned operational and plant safety/environmental events

• Manage Linde’s maintenance work order system to schedule routine work, ensure equipment inspections are completed, improve equipment reliability and document activities
• Plan and coordinate facility downtime and arrange outside contractors or other internal resources
• Maintain adequate inventory of production supplies and critical parts to ensure operational continuity

• Direct the daily activities of plant staff with respect to safety, reliability, quality, cost control and efficiency
• Manage employee performance by setting expectations, providing guidance, feedback, and development
• Develop and maintain an effective, trustworthy and team based work environment all times
• Provide leadership and training to production and maintenance staff

• Manage fixed, variable and capital expenditures – planning and tracking
• Complete capital requests and cost transfers
• Code and approve invoices
• Ability to implement cost controlling measures

• Minimum 5 years of experience in an industrial plant environment is required
• Minimum 3 years of experience in managing and developing employees is preferred
• Previous carbon dioxide recovery experience is preferred
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management standards and procedures governing safe operation of facilities is required
• Knowledge of financial methods and systems
• Afterhours support required
• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is preferred
• Project Management experience is preferred

• Excellent time management and work prioritization skills with an ability to effectively manage multiple high impact priorities
• Ability to make decisions in a high paced environment and balance customer needs with organizational goals
• A proven ability to work collaboratively and effectively with diverse stakeholder groups
• Keeps current on changing technology/methods and industry practices through continuous learning
• Practical understanding of engineering drawings
• Ability to understand and interpret contract documents
• Strong analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to proficiently use email, Microsoft Office 365 tools to communicate information effectively to management teams, employees, contractors, customers and suppliers
• Ability to instill Safety policies and implement procedures in order to ensure a safe workplace
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and works well with teams
• Professional, excellent verbal, written and presentation skills

• Office and plant based-work, fixed schedule is flexible Monday-Friday
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders, comfortable with heights
• Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• An extreme respect for safety expectations and protocols

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