Job Responsibilities

• Promote and champion Zero Harm and Zero Waste initiatives and culture across all plant operations and personnel
• Ensures direct reports abide by Life Saving Rules and the SH&E policies while performing tasks resulting in a quality product treated to customer specifications.
• Assist in maintaining the Responsible Care 14001 and ISO 9001 Programs including participating in the audits
• Develop and implement department specific on-the-job (OJT) training program
• Lead department regulatory compliance trainings
• Responsible for drip pad crew and operations including communicating and staffing for cylinder changes
• Responsible for the operation of the treating plant's wastewater system and maintains compliance with the POTW.
• Responsible for oversight of oil tank car unloading and meeting residue reduction guidelines.
• Manages the lab and oversees the Quality Tech position, making sure lab tests are performed correctly, and that the railroad tie inventory is accurate.
• Oversees the gas fired boiler for the treating process by ensuring it is running efficiently.
• Turns in charge reports and other paperwork in a timely manner.
• Any other duties assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Wood Science, or related field or equivalent work experience required; BS in Wood Science or Business preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• Minimum one-year of managerial experience; 3-5 years of management experience in wood treating or chemical process manufacturing preferred
• SH&E awareness required
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Experience in a union environment
• Team player
• Experience with Microsoft Office Products
• Ability to set priorities and analyze problems