Job Title: Supervisor of Utility 

Property of: CJ Bio America

          1946 Harvest Ave.

          Fort Dodge, Iowa  50501

Job #: M/E_U_Supervisor

REV: 5/8/2026

Department: Utility 

Reports to: Sr. Manager of Engineering  

Career Path: MG5

Function: Maintenance and Engineering

■Full-Time        □Temp  

□ Part-Time

■ Exempt

□ Non-Exempt

Job Summary 

Responsible for the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of utility systems, which includes but isn’t limited to, steam, water, electricity, compressed air, and natural gas—while leading a team, and ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing department maintenance.

Essential Job Functions

Responsible for utility systems, which includes but isn’t limited to, steam, process water, utility wastewater, DIW, cooling water, electricity, compressed air, and natural gas

Supervises routine industrial steam, water, chilled water and condensate systems analysis and chemical treatment of industrial water systems.

Analyzes operational data and reconfigures operating units as necessary to provide adequate, economical service

Utility system troubleshooting and equipment failure response

Utility system troubleshooting and equipment failure response

Utility performance analysis and energy efficiency improvement

Cost reduction initiatives

Capital project and commissioning support

Operational, maintenance, and regulatory documentation management

Budget and utility cost management support

Emergency response and on-call support

Continuous improvement initiatives

Investigates abnormal operating events or equipment failures to determine cause; makes adjustments, repairs, and/or modifications as needed

Responsible for budgets, inventory levels, spare parts, department maintenance, and prioritize projects based on cost-effectiveness

Monitor process equipment, process temperatures, pressures, levels, flows;

Track and create reports for electrical, water, steam and air consumption

Prioritize, plan, organize and execute projects during maintenance shutdowns and startups

Identify and correct any potential problems (troubleshooting) and take appropriate action necessary to prevent serious equipment failure

Responsible for vendor or supplier preventative maintenance contracts, agreements, negotiations, and coordination

Acts as a liaison between contractors, partner companies, utility companies, and the county/city  

Creates and updates standard operating procedures

Uses a computer to create, compose, and edit technical and/or administrative correspondence, reports, operating procedures and documentation

Environmental, Health & Safety compliance management

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Create reports as required and necessary, such as chemical inventory report, daily energy, and utility report

Conducts operator training as necessary

Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

Comprehensive knowledge and experience of plant utilities, which includes chillers, cooling towers, compressors, and water treatment systems

Extensive knowledge of steam, process water, utility wastewater, DIW, cooling water, electricity, compressed air, and natural gas

Understanding of OSHA and process safety requirements

Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and engineering drawings

Organizational and time management skills

Knowledge of energy conservation and sustainability practices

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Thorough understanding of the work order system, investment budgets, expenses, inventory, assets, warehouse management, and document control 

Leadership and personnel management skills

Asset management experience

Project management experience

Ability to meet and adhere to deadlines

Ability to analyze data

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Work in a safe manner

Computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Excel, Word, SAP

Critical thinking, multi-tasking and troubleshooting skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Problem solving skills

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, however business needs may require additional hours worked, which includes nights, weekends and holidays when required  

Ability to be on-call

Ability to distinguish color-coded piping and system indicators

This position supervises the work of others

This position works primarily in a manufacturing environment, which includes exposures to moving parts, high noise levels, vibrations, varying atmospheric conditions, hot and cold temperatures, chemicals, high pressure steam and dust

Some travel may be expected for this position

Ability to remain in a stationary position up to 85% of shift, lift up to 50 pounds as necessary, work in confined spaces, climb stairs and ladders,

And walk extended distances regularly  

Must be able to wear full-face respirator and protective equipment for testing. This includes minimal facial hair in order to ensure proper fit in of respirator in accordance with OSHA regulations. Must complete annual medical monitoring program, including pulmonary function testing.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree & 3 years of directly related work experience

OR

Associate’s Degree & 6 years of directly related work experience

OR

High School Diploma/GED & 8 years of directly related experience

SAP, Supervisory, food manufacturing, or chemical processing, and safety experience is preferred;