CO₂ Plant Manager

About the role

The CO₂ Plant Manager is responsible for the full‑cycle operation of a carbon capture and processing facility, ensuring safe, efficient and food‑grade production of industrial CO₂. Reporting to the Factory Manager, the role combines operational leadership, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Direct daily plant operations, overseeing CO₂ purification, liquefaction, storage and filling.
• Lead safety initiatives, conduct audits, hazard analyses and ensure compliance with OSHA and local HSE regulations.
• Plan and supervise preventive and corrective maintenance for compressors, refrigeration systems, pumps and related equipment.
• Guarantee product quality meets ISBT food‑grade specifications through laboratory testing and documentation.
• Lead, mentor and schedule plant operators, technicians and support staff.
• Develop, implement and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and operational control frameworks.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing CO₂ or similar industrial gas production facilities.
• Strong knowledge of HSE regulations, including OSHA and local statutory requirements.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs for compressors, refrigeration and related plant equipment.
• Background in ensuring food‑grade quality compliance (ISBT standards) for industrial gases.

Required skills

• SOP development and implementation
• Safety audit and risk assessment
• Preventive maintenance planning
• Laboratory testing and instrument calibration
• Quality documentation management

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity to lead a strategic CO₂ production facility
• Professional development in a growing manufacturing sector