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Sr. Manager - Plant
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What they do
A Power Distributor or Plant Operator operates equipment to controls and monitor the flow of electricity from power plants.
$54,640 / year median in Texas
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Sr. Manager - Plant Energy Transfer LP 401(k), profit sharing United States, Texas, Orla Sep 10, 2026 Energy Transfer, recognized by Forbes as one of America's best large employers, is dedicated to responsibly and safely delivering America's energy. We are driven to inspire our employees to create superior value for our customers, our investors, a sustainable future and giving back to the community where we have long-standing commitments to causes including MD Anderson Children's Cancer Hospital, The Salvation Army, American Heart Association, Ronald McDonald House and many more. We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry-leading compensation, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) match with additional profit sharing, PTO, and abundant career opportunities. Come join our award-winning 11,000-strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!
Summary:
Manage plant mechanical and process operations to meet production expectations and maintain all operating parameters within limits of equipment design.
Essential Functions:
Manage day-to-day plant operations to meet required production rates and monitor operating data to minimize problems and downtime.
Ensures that established regulatory environmental and safety standards are maintained, and that all emergency response activities and decisions related to the safety of the plant are made.
Manages subordinates in performing their job duties safely and efficiently. Administers performance reviews for subordinates and administers disciplinary action when warranted. Ensures all departmental manuals are kept current.
Develops and administers training courses pertinent to Operations to ensure personnel qualifications are maintained to comply with all regulatory requirements.
Develops and maintains operational procedures to ensure safe, efficient operations.
Ensures operating parameters remain within the equipment's design limits.
Conduct regular safety meetings, help coordinate safety and environmental training, and manage required periodic safety and environmental inspections.
Future growth may require the Manager to oversee multiple facilities and Supervisors in the West Delaware area. The manager will report to the West Delaware area Director.
Essential Requirements:
Experience, Educational & Special Training Required 10+ years of industry experience required and bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Strong commitment to safety, environmental, and regulatory programs and leading by example
Ability to function as PSM lead or to work closely with the Plant Supervisor and the PSM Coordinator.
Previous supervisory experience preferred
Must have working knowledge of natural gas engines, various compressor packages and propane compression
Understanding of plant liquids, liquid stabilizer and stabilized product
NGL/Liquid Amine treating
Ethylene Glycol treating system and regeneration
Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer or Thermal Oxidizer
Must have high school diploma or equivalent
Must be familiar with flare reporting system
Manager must live within 45 minutes of the plant
Preferred Skills:
Experience in Microsoft Office, Plant DCS and SCADA
Excellent analytical skills
Strong team and customer focus orientation
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Operation of natural gas processing plant with compression, liquid handling, treating, and processing equipment
Working Conditions:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Lifting up to 50 lbs. occasionally
Driving, walking, and standing frequently
Exposure to adverse weather, cramped conditions and some heavy lifting
Visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment
Occasional overnight travel may be required
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Dental Insurance
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)