What are the responsibilities and job description for the Refinery Operations Superintendent position at CVR Energy, Inc.?
POSITION SUMMARYWith minimal supervision the Operations Superintendent is responsible for the daily operating performance of the refinery. The incumbent is responsible for : operations personnel, safety, process safety, environmental compliance, meeting production plans, producing product in accordance with specifications, and maintaining competent operations personnel. The incumbent will have multiple ongoing responsibilities requiring advanced technical knowledge, extensive management experience and leadership skills and is expected to : identify and provide expert resources, help define strategic goals, explain resolutions, recommend modifications, propose new approaches and mentor managers, supervisors, and technical engineers. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredBS Degree in Chemical Engineering preferredEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS10 years of progressive refinery experience required10 years operations leadership experience preferredDemonstrated advanced knowledge of refinery processes and technologyEfficient with Microsoft Office Suite requiredFluent in English, oral and written requiredDemonstrated ability to analyze problems, trouble shoot and prioritize tasksAbility to address and handle confidential issues and materials on a regular basisAbility to adjust schedule to meet business needs with travel as requiredMAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIESProvide leadership and develop job skills of operations personnelProvide daily direction to Operations Zone Supervisors to meet production and specification targetsImplement and drive safety and environmental culture to achieve positive resultsProvide operations specific guidance to inspection, project engineering, drafting / design and electronic data management groups and other refinery departments as required Supervise, direct, train, and develop Zone supervisors building accountabilityMaintain close contact with the refinery management team to ensure alignment with corporate and departmental proceduresPromote communication with employees to influence the continuous improvement of safety and operabilityEnsure hourly personnel are supervised, directed, motivated and have established accountabilities, as well was participate directly in disciplinary investigationsManage specific projects as directed by refinery leadership and participate in functional and cross-functional initiatives as assignedInitiate, investigate and resolve incident reports and process upset reportingCommunicate effectively with hourly workforce and managementComply with and require compliance with all company policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreement(s)As assigned, serve as back-up for other refinery staff functionsRegularly communicate with supervisor work progress, concerns and questionsEXPECTED RESULTSSafe, reliable and environmentally compliant operations for the refinery.Effective and timely communication with all refinery stakeholders, including hourly employees, staff and managementOn stream and on-specification targets are metConfidential information remains protectedKnowledgeable of operating conditions, limits, and risk managementKnowledgeable, trained and certified operations staffAdherence to all company policies and proceduresApplicants must be eligible to work in the United States. The Company will not sponsor immigration or work visas.CVR Energy is an EEO and affirmative action employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply.
