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

The Maintenance Manager is responsible for supervising all positions within the Maintenance Department and will work collectively with the Plant Management team to coordinate and discuss plans to maximize bioprocessing performance. Team members in this position are in charge of coordinating and supporting the bioprocessing facility maintenance team and contractors to achieve a safe and efficient completion of the workload. The Maintenance Manager is also accountable for developing preventative maintenance schedules for process equipment and maintaining up-to-date Standard Operating Procedures. POET bioprocessing facilities operate on a 24-hour continuous schedule. Team member must be available as needed.

• Ensure team members are trained in all aspects of existing maintenance procedures.

• Provide trend and root cause failure analysis that affects the plant safety, operation and reliability.

• Support maintenance team members as well as contractors to ensure tasks are completed in a safe and efficient manner.

• Assist Maintenance Technicians with duties as necessary; this includes, but is not limited to, routine cleaning and testing and working on the floor with Technicians when shutdowns occur.

• Schedule and complete work orders and projects needed for repair or upgrades.

• Coordinate facility shutdown planning and execution with the management team.

• Oversee the application and completion of the facility’s preventative maintenance schedules for all equipment and work orders.

• Maintain the preventative maintenance (PM) and equipment database in the Maximo system.

• Remove, install, rebuild, weld, torch, lubricate and clean all equipment associated with bioprocessing processes as assigned

• Create and present reports detailing maintenance activities, state of bioprocessing equipment, shut down planning and cost control.

• Contact contractors and vendors to assist in troubleshooting and maintaining bioprocessing equipment as needed.

• Assist the management team in the development of the annual Repair and Maintenance budget.

• Maintain the spare parts inventory and supplies; support the purchasing function in coordination with the maintenance team.

• Work closely with other operating departments to reduce or eliminate down time as directed by the management team.

• Ensure compliance with all company, State and Federal regulatory agency policies and rules and assist in implementing approved changes.

• Ensure all daily documentation and accountability of required mechanical information is completed in a timely and accurate manner.

• Operate equipment including, but not limited to: telehandler, skid steers, tractors, ATVs, pay loaders and forklifts.

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

• Foster a culture of safe behavior and