Utilities B General Supervisor

SUMMARY: The Utilities General Supervisor position is responsible for managing utilities group including refrigeration, boiler systems, compressed air, and HVAC and Electrical across B Shift.  The Utilities General Supervisor will also work closely with the Environmental / PSM Manager to assist in managing the compliance of all federal and state regulations regarding process safety and risk management to ensure the safe and reliable operation of this facilities critical systems.  The general supervisor bridges the gaps between shifts and is a back up for the Utilities Mgr. when necessary.  

  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned. 

 

• Establish and clearly communicate realistic job requirements for subordinates; provide frequent feedback and review on performance and accurately appraise performance results against communicated expectations and when necessary, take action to resolve performance or work habit deficiencies 

• Will ensure that all utility activities and operations are smoothly conducted and that all plant systems of the facility are appropriately functioning and bridge the gap between shifts.  

• Lead team of supervisors and subordinates and effectively delegate the workflow process.  

• Plan, organize and schedule work across the shift to ensure timely completion of all control room activities. 

• Inspect all utility processes and evaluate the work of subordinates. 

• Organize and manage training activities for all subordinates. 

• Maintain proper shift cycles for the utility team and systems. 

• Coordinate trouble shooting and repair of plant utility processes with other internal departments of the organization. 

• Comply with all plant policies, OSHA & EPA guidelines while conducting utility processes. 

 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of industrial refrigeration, boiler systems, air compressors; knowledge of Process Safety Management; knowledge of permit procedures/authorization.  Must have the ability to multitask and work across multiple shifts and weekends.  Must be able to work with little supervision.  The requirements listed below are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

Preferred Qualifications: RETA CARO Certification; RETA CIRO Certification; Formal Boiler Training; Formal Hazmat Training; Formal Confined Space Training; Sioux City Refrigeration Engineer License; Sioux City First Class Stationary Engineer License. 

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Must have a high school diploma or a GED equivalent qualification from an accredited institution, 3-5 of experience in a meat processing facility or an equivalent combination of edu