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General Manager

POET
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 28 Aug 2025

About the role

ABOUT POET

At POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.


BENEFITS & PERKS

Eligible Team Members may receive

  • $$ Competitive BONUS opportunities - up to SIX bonuses per year (Quarterly Profit Sharing & Value Share)

  • Paid time off and paid holidays - 40 hours of PTO available on Day 1, on top of a biweekly PTO accrual program!

  • Comprehensive benefits package; Individual and family plans for health, dental, & vision insurance, including a generous employer Health Savings Account contribution

  • Competitive pay, including shift premium pay for qualifying positions

  • 401K with company match

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Attractive Relocation Assistance and Bonus Programs for qualifying positions and/or locations

  • Safety and cold weather gear reimbursements

  • Discounted home and auto insurance

All POET Team Members enjoy

  • A multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually

  • 'Family-first' culture

  • Onsite fitness centers or fitness reimbursements

JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES

Our facilities operate continuously, so you will be leading a cross-functional team who performs shift work on a 24/7 basis. POET Bioprocessing facilities are highly integrated facilities which leverage industry-leading, proprietary technology to monitor and control the process of converting renewable resources to biofuel and other co-products. It is the General Manager’s responsibility to lead a team of approximately 40 team members in the daily operation of a bioprocessing facility. In addition to daily operations, the General Manager has the vital responsibility to train, grow, and develop a team of highly motivated individuals.

If you are an experienced leader interested in a challenging, fast-paced environment working for an industry-leading company where you enjoy solving problems and leading a team, then this opportunity may be the right fit for you.

DURING A TYPICAL DAY

  • Nothing else matters without a safe environment! You will foster a culture where safety is non-negotiable.

  • Under your leadership, your team will have the autonomy to ensure a highly efficient operation which will maximize profitability while continuing to transform a cutting edge facility.

  • You’ll build and maintain relationships with your ethanol and co-product marketing teams.

  • With your guidance, team members will ensure regulatory compliance at all levels (BATF, OSHA, USDA, FDA, and state organizations).

  • You’ll frequently connect with your team members to guide, coach, and develop them to meet their personal and professional goals.

  • You’ll have the opportunity to coordinate team members on bioprocessing capital projects.

  • You’ll have the honor of partnering with community and political leaders to champion POET’s mission at the local and national level.

  • Periodically, you’ll need to get out of the office to connect with local farmers and other key stakeholders in the industry.

  • Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skill will be put to a lot of other uses!

  • Effectively manage the team by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training team members. Leadership responsibilities also include delegating, coaching, managing performance and career development to effectively execute departmental strategies and support company objectives.

  • Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skill may be put to a lot of other uses!

STRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

  • You have a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Business, Finance, Engineering, or related fields. Consideration may be given to extensive experience in a plant environment.

  • You have 5+ years of leadership experience in a plant environment, including full P&L responsibility and leading business unit leaders.

  • You have leadership experience in team building, career development, delegation, coaching, and performance management.

  • You are a champion of safety and environmental stewardship.

CHARACTERISTICS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

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