Mizzen Capital · 1 day ago
Operations Manager
Ryegate, VT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelMizzen Capital is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee the daily operations of a wood-fired biomass power plant. This role involves leadership and hands-on operational oversight to ensure the safe and efficient generation of renewable energy while managing plant performance and compliance with environmental standards.
Financial ServicesImpact InvestingVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day operation of the plant and operation personal including control room operators and steam plant operators
Serve as the primary point of contact for shift operators, providing direction and technical support
Monitor plant performance metrics and troubleshoot operational issues to minimize downtime
Manage fuel receiving, handling, and inventory to ensure consistent wood supply and quality
Adjust operating parameters to maintain efficiency, output, and environmental compliance
Work alongside operators as needed to support startup, shutdown, and maintenance activities
Train and develop operators in safe work practices and plant procedures
Support cross-training and scheduling of the 5 shift rotation of operations manpower to ensure coverage of employees' PTO usage
Foster a collaborative work environment emphasizing safety, accountability, and teamwork
Partner with the Maintenance Supervisor to schedule preventive maintenance and repairs
Participate in troubleshooting equipment issues and coordinate vendor support when necessary
Maintain accurate records in the plant’s CMMS for work orders, inspections, and operational logs
Assist with planning and execution of annual outages and improvement projects
Enforce plant safety procedures and ensure compliance with OSHA and Vermont environmental regulations
Conduct safety meetings, drills, and incident reviews
Maintain records for environmental permits, emissions, and water quality reporting
Contribute to fuel cost tracking, operating budget inputs, and inventory management
Support preparation of operational and regulatory reports for management and agencies
Recommend process and equipment improvements to enhance efficiency and reliability
Qualification
Required
Experience in operations management, preferably in a power plant or similar industrial setting
Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop a team
Knowledge of biomass energy generation and fuel management
Familiarity with OSHA and environmental regulations
Ability to analyze performance metrics and troubleshoot operational issues
Experience with preventive maintenance and equipment troubleshooting
Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with various stakeholders
Proficient in record-keeping and documentation related to operations and compliance
Preferred
Experience with CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
Background in renewable energy or sustainability initiatives
Experience in budget management and cost tracking
Company
Mizzen Capital
Mizzen Management LLC is a private credit firm investing in non-cyclical industries.
Founded in 2019
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
2025-09-04
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