Plant Manager
Job Summary
Palmdale Oil is seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Manager to oversee the Bulk Plant operations in Okeechobee, Florida. As a key leadership role, the Plant Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the facility while driving long-term improvements in safety, customer service, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will balance immediate operational needs with strategic initiatives that ensure the continued success of the plant and align with the company's goals for growth and innovation.
Palmdale Oil operates across more than fifty counties in Florida and offers a wide range of tailored commercial fuel and lubricant solutions to diverse sectors, including agriculture, industrial, construction, marine, and government. With fifteen locations statewide, the company is an industry leader in the procurement and sale of gasoline, diesel, biodiesel, commercial and industrial lubricants, and chemicals. The Plant Manager will play a vital role in supporting the company's commitment to delivering high-quality products and services to its valued customers.
Key Responsibilities
• Balancing Physical Bulk Plant Inventories
• Daily Monitoring: Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of physical inventory levels, especially fuel and lubricants. When discrepancies and/or fuel losses occur, conduct investigation to determine the cause and necessary corrections.
• Ensure driver’s paperwork is properly completed and filed. Paperwork must be sent to logistics coordinators anytime that inventory workbench is off.
• Safety (Trucks & Site Management)
• Compliance: Ensure all trucks and the plant meet industry safety regulations and company policies.
• Safety Checks: Oversee the execution of daily safety inspections for trucks, equipment, and the plant. Ensure all equipment is maintained properly.
• Safety Culture: Promote a culture of safety among staff and drivers, encouraging adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills and training.
• Site Management
• Daily Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the plant, ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Staff Management: Lead and manage plant personnel, assign tasks, and ensure all operations are running smoothly.
• Maintenance: Ensure the plant and all equipment are well-maintained and in good working condition.
• Weekly Stand-Up Meetings
• Coordination: Organize and participate in weekly stand-up meetings to review. plant operations, discussing upcoming challenges, and strategize for improvements.
• Communication: Keep upper management and staff updated on the status of key projects, safety measures, and operational efficiency.
• Routing and Efficiency
• Route Planning: Work with logistics specialists to optimize delivery routes for drivers, ensuring timely deliveries while minimizing costs such as fuel and overtime.
• Ensure that drivers are adhering to the One Palmdale processes and receive appropriate training when needed.
• Image of the Plant and Drivers
• Professionalism: Maintain a clean, organized, and professional plant environment to reflect positively on the company.
• Driver Appearance and Behavior: Ensure drivers represent the company well, both in appearance and behavior, as they are often the face of the business for customers.
• Inspections for Plant, Trucks, and Equipment
• Regular Inspections: Ensure all trucks, equipment, and the plant undergo regular inspections to meet regulatory and company standards.
• Documentation: Maintain proper records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Customer Relationships and Sales Department Collaboration
• Customer Service: Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring their needs are met efficiently and professionally.
• Sales Collaboration: Work closely with the sales team to identify opportunities for growth, address customer concerns, and ensure seamless service delivery.
• Learning and Utilizing Software
• Software Proficiency: Gain proficiency in all company software such as inventory management (Inventory Workbench), routing tools (SkyBitz), ERP systems (iRely), and tank monitoring systems (Otodata, SmartTank, Titan Cloud).
• Process Improvement: Use these tools to streamline operations, manage resources, and improve overall plant efficiency.
Required Qualifications
• Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent; a degree in business, logistics, or related field is preferred.
• Experience:
• At least 2-4 years of experience in plant management or transportation operations.
• Strong knowledge of truck maintenance, and general safety regulations, and DOT compliance.
• Skills:
• Excellent organizational, communication, customer service and leadership skills.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to make decisions quickly under pressure.
• Ability to multi-task, as this position requires working independently and requires the ability to prioritize workload.
• Proficiency with fleet management software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Stable work history
Physical Requirements
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to spend extended periods sitting, standing, or walking.
Benefits
Our employees and their well-being are important to us. We offer a comprehensive and valued benefits package to fit the individual needs of each employee and their family. Some of the benefits we offer include the following:
Health Plans
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• Supplemental Benefits
Money Overall Management
• 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match
Work Life Balance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday
Career
• Competitive compensation
• Employee Referral Bonus
• On Job Training
An Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability
Oil and Gas
Management and Manufacturing
Full-time