Cogeneration Supervisor
Cogeneration Supervisor
Lead co-generation operations and maintenance, including DCS/PLC oversight, high-voltage equipment, boiler chemistry, and safety compliance. Requires 5+ years in power plant or co-generation operations, 2+ years supervising, a valid driver’s license, and U.S. work authorization.
Cogen Supervisor - Power Plant, Cogeneration
Location: Ponca City, OK
Base salary: 80k-85k
Position Overview
Lead and coordinate safe, reliable, and efficient operations of the sites combined heat and power (co-generation) facilities. The Co-Gen Supervisor is responsible for supervising operations and maintenance teams, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations, optimizing plant performance through DCS/PLC oversight, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to increase quality and efficiency. This role requires on-call availability and the ability to respond to plant needs 24/7.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise day-to-day operation of co-generation units, boilers, turbines, generators and associated balance-of-plant systems to ensure continuous, safe production of power and thermal energy.
- Lead, train and coordinate operations and maintenance staff; assign work, monitor performance, and maintain staffing for shifts and emergency response, including overtime and 24/7 on-call schedules.
- Operate and troubleshoot DCS and PLC systems to maintain process control, implement changes, and diagnose alarms or control issues in partnership with controls engineers.
- Oversee high-voltage electrical equipment operation and maintenance activities; coordinate lockout/tagout, testing and contractor work to ensure electrical safety and system reliability.
- Interpret and use P&IDs, schematics and blueprints to guide troubleshooting, modifications and maintenance planning.
- Manage boiler chemistry programs and coordinate ammonia off-loading, storage and handling activities in compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
- Drive continuous improvement projects to improve plant efficiencies, reduce downtime, and improve product quality; collect performance data, lead root-cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
- Enforce and improve safety protocols, conduct safety meetings and permit reviews, and ensure compliance with OSHA, local regulations and company policies.
- Coordinate with manufacturing plant and other site stakeholders to align co-gen output with facility demand, scheduled maintenance and capital projects.
- Maintain accurate operational logs, incident reports and documentation for regulatory inspections and audits; support emergency response and incident investigations as required.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in power plant or co-generation operations with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
- Hands-on experience with DCS and PLC systems, including troubleshooting and basic programming awareness.
- Proven ability to read and interpret P&IDs, schematics and blueprints.
- Experience with high-voltage electrical equipment and safe electrical work practices; relevant electrical certifications preferred.
- Knowledge of boiler chemistry and experience managing chemical programs; experience with ammonia off-loading and safe handling procedures.
- Strong understanding of safety programs and regulatory requirements (OSHA, environmental permitting); certifications such as OSHA 30, confined space, HAZMAT, or equivalent preferred.
- Demonstrated track record of implementing process improvements to increase quality and efficiency.
- Ability to work flexible hours, accept overtime and remain on-call 24/7 for emergency response.
- Strong communication, leadership and decision-making skills; experience coordinating contractors and cross-functional teams.
- Valid drivers license; site-specific background checks and drug screening may be required.
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Salary
$80000 - $85000 USD per year