DURING A TYPICAL DAY (IF THERE IS ONE)…

• Pursue efficiency improvements in terminal operations and minimize downtime.
• Interface and be the main point of contact with POET’s engineering and design and construction teams on terminal projects.
• Act as the champion and driving force for enhancing the site’s operational efficiencies.
• Sponsor capital improvement projects and provide justification to leadership.
• Assist the management team with terminal shutdown planning and execution.
• Work with the operations team to identify areas of operational improvement.
• Develop new processes and help site to maintain regulatory compliance.
  • Enhance rail operations.
  • Enhance site traffic flow.
  • Develop and manage time studies.
  • Always maintain a team environment, champion POET and POET’s culture in the community and terminal.
  • Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to many other uses!

STRENGTHS OF A SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, required; Mechanical or Agricultural Engineer preferred.
• Experience in an operating manufacturing plant, terminal/transload operations, or similar environments preferred.
• Previous project management experience preferred.
• You are inquisitive, resourceful, agile, self-directed, and determined.
• You are a highly-motivated person with the ability to effectuate change in a dynamic environment.
• You enjoy collaborating, learning and you strive for continuous improvement.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills as well as the ability to embrace change.
• You know the basics of Microsoft Office Suite. You’re capable of learning new programs.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN POET

At POET we believe in developing our team members to their highest potential and recognizing contributions that add value to the organization. Each new team member’s position and compensation are carefully determined by considering their unique qualifications and skillset.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Culture is king at POET. We’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park our egos at the door. These aren’t just slogans on our walls. It’s the way we do things at POET.
• The work environment at POET is dynamic. You should expect a balance between time spent in the office and in the terminal, which may include some physical labor helping your team members.
• Specific physical requirements may include:
  • Occasionally lifting weight up to sixty (60) pounds.
  • Climbing several flights of stairs and ladders.
  • Occasionally bending, twisting and turning while lifting weight of less than fifty (50) pounds.
  • Data entry while seated for greater than one (1) hour.
  • Walking up to two (2) or more miles per day.
  • Pushing brooms, shovels, etc.
  • Working at heights, in confined spaces and at temperatures from -20 to +100 degrees.
  • Standing for extended periods of time.
  • Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).