Operations Manager

NRG Energy, Inc. • Lebanon, PA • 1h ago

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we're all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers' lives easier-helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. To do this, we need creative and talented people to join our company.

We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.

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Location: Ironwood Generating Facility - Lebanon, PA

Position Summary

The Day Shift Supervisor - Operations is responsible for direct supervision of plant operations personnel and real-time oversight of a 800 MW 2×1 combined cycle facility, including Balance of Plant systems and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) plant. This position provides visible field leadership during day shift activities, reinforces operational discipline, ensures strict adherence to safety and regulatory requirements, and aligns authority with accountability for plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

Supervisory Leadership

· Directly supervises and assigns work to Operations personnel during day shift.

· Provides field presence during high-risk evolutions (LOTO implementation, startups, shutdowns, outages).

· Enforces plant procedures, Conduct of Operations standards, and safety rules.

· Performs verification walkdowns as required.

· Ensures quality shift turnover and accurate communication of plant status.

· Reviews and approves time-off requests and overtime assignments.

· Holds personnel accountable for performance expectations and procedural compliance.

Operational Oversight

· Manages the operation of a 800 MW 2×1 combined cycle facility and BOP systems, including ZLD.

· Assumes responsibility for plant operations during assigned shift.

· Oversees the Facility Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) program during shift.

· Directs plant startups, shutdowns, and abnormal condition response.

· Reviews logbooks, journals, and reports to identify trends and risks.

· Maintains compliance with safety, environmental, and NERC requirements.

· Identifies and resolves CEMS issues to prevent environmental excursions.

· Oversees water chemistry compliance for HRSG, cooling tower, boilers, and demin systems.

· Performs operational testing and troubleshooting as required.

· Assumes CRO responsibilities when necessary.

Maintenance & Outage Integration

· Coordinates Operations interface during outages and major maintenance.

· Oversees operational clearance boundaries and equipment configuration.

· Ensures proper execution of switching, isolations, and return-to-service processes.

· Supports CMMS work order prioritization related to operational risk.

· Participates in outage planning and readiness meetings.

Training & Development

· Trains and mentors operations personnel toward CRO qualification.

· Reinforces qualification standards and procedural adherence.

· Supports continuous improvement in operational discipline.

· Assists in procedure review and updates.

Required Skills / Knowledge

· Demonstrated knowledge of combined cycle plant operations (CTGs, STG, HRSG, BOP systems).

· Working knowledge of Siemens T3000 DCS

· Strong understanding of LOTO, switching, and energy control procedures.

· Ability to supervise and lead personnel in a union environment.

· Ability to make sound operational decisions under pressure.

· Proficiency in CMMS (Maximo and SAP preferred) systems and Microsoft Office tools.

· Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, logic diagrams, and electrical one-lines.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Experience

· Minimum 3-5 years Control Room Operator (CRO) or supervisory experience.

· Strong understanding of Siemens combustion turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, generators, instrumentation, and water chemistry.

· Siemens T3000 DCS

· ZLD experience preferred.

Education

· High School diploma or equivalent required.

· Associate's degree or technical certification preferred.

Work Schedule

· Rotating shifts

· Required availability for overtime during outages, forced events, and call-ins.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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