Clean Energy Assistant Production Manager

Pratt Industries is hiring an Assistant Production Manager for their Waste-to-Energy facility in Conyers, GA. The role involves supporting daily operations, ensuring safety and compliance, mentoring staff, and collaborating across departments. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and 5+ years of experience in industrial plant operations. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career development within a sustainability-focused organization.
We are seeking a results-driven and detail-oriented Assistant Production Manager to support daily operations at our state-of-the-art Waste-to-Energy facility. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, this role will help ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally compliant plant performance while providing leadership to the operations team and collaborating across departments. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced professional ready to take the next step in a leadership career within a growing, sustainability-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities:
• Support the Operations Manager in overseeing daily plant operations, including fuel handling, combustion systems, steam generation, emissions control, and auxiliary systems.
• Help implement and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and operational best practices.
• Monitor plant performance metrics and assist in identifying improvement opportunities to enhance reliability, efficiency, and uptime.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, company policies, and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Provide day-to-day supervision and mentorship to operators, technicians, and support personnel.
• Collaborate with maintenance personnel to coordinate scheduled maintenance and repairs.
• Assist in troubleshooting process or equipment issues and contribute to root cause analyses.
• Support the preparation of operational reports and input for planning and budgeting activities.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence, sustainability, and waste reduction.
• Serve as a liaison between the operations team and other departments such as Maintenance, HR, Accounting, and Purchasing.
• Maintain a high standard of workplace safety, cleanliness, and compliance.
• Escalate significant issues to the Operations Manager and support their decision-making efforts.

Qualifications:
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Industrial Technology, or a related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in industrial plant operations, preferably in energy production, waste-to-energy, utilities, or manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with power generation systems, combustion technologies, and plant operating procedures.
• Strong understanding of environmental and safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Demonstrated leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in plant monitoring systems, reporting tools, and general computer applications.

What We Offer:
• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, FSA, legal assistance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Career development opportunities within a fast-growing, sustainability-focused organization.
• A collaborative, forward-thinking, and mission-driven work environment.

Join Us:
If you're passionate about sustainability, energy efficiency, and operational excellence, we encourage you to apply. Become a vital part of Pratt Industries' clean energy mission and help us lead the way in responsible, renewable manufacturing practices.

Company Overview:
Pratt Industries is the fifth-largest corrugated packaging company in the U.S. and the world's largest privately-held producer of 100% recycled paper and packaging solutions. Headquartered in the United States, Pratt is a recognized leader in sustainability and innovation. Our Conyers, Georgia Waste-to-Energy (WTE) facility is a vital part of our closed-loop manufacturing system-transforming non-recyclable waste into clean, renewable energy to power our operations and reduce environmental impact.