National Carbon Technologies ("NCT") is a global leader in the development and production of high value carbon products made from renewable biomass.Their renewable biochar and biocarbon products are used to produce cleaner energy, improve metals production, purify the air and water, and improve crop production for millions of people globally. NCT is headquartered in Oakdale, Minneapolis.
NCT's production technologies were developed by industry thought leaders including former scientific, technology, and engineering leads from the largest bio-products companies in the world as well as carbon experts from leading research universities.NCT's comprehensive global intellectual property portfolio provides exclusive rights regarding production, sale, and use of patented process and product technologies. NCT's innovations are protected by more than 100 issued and pending patents regarding conversion of biomass into high value carbon products that result in higher performance and lower cost products than competing technologies.
NCT's sustainability profile is advantageous for customers with requirements or preferences for sustainable products:NCT's feedstock is PEFC certified sustainable biomass. Third-party analysis has confirmed that NCT has one of the lowest life-cycle environmental footprints for commercial-scale production of carbons in the world. As a superior replacement for coal and other fossil-fuel based products, NCT serves a broad customer base in four primary markets: Energy Generation & Fuel, Metals Production, Water Purification and Agriculture
NCT operates the largest advanced biocarbon production facility in North America and has the largest production capacity in the biochar/biocarbon industry.Feedstock partnerships with large public and private suppliers provide feedstock supply chain security and a path for rapid and efficient growth. Over 1 million tons of feedstock are available to NCT annually from six major suppliers within 50 miles of the company's production facilities.
OVERVIEW
Recognized as a superior replacement for coal and other fossil-fuel based products, NCT's biocarbon products are creating significant commercial opportunity for the business, particularly in the energy and metals production markets. NCT's products provide a thermo-chemically modified alternative to fossil fuels that produce a higher yield, lower cost, and better environmental and sustainability profile. Major energy and metal companies globally are looking for this alternative as they strive to reduce their carbon footprint and environmental impact. In particular, Western Europe and East Asia are leading the way in consumption of energy products that are more sustainable with lower CO2 emissions.
NCT has secured off-take contracts in excess of $1.4 billion and has developed an active customer pipeline under term sheet or MOU in excess of $5 billion in potential revenue. The company will need to grow and scale appropriately to address this demand. A critical part of achieving this growth is the development and construction of a portfolio of processing facilities that can fulfill $multi-billion contracts with international customers. This Plant Manager will be responsible for the management and safe operations of a newly commissioned, flagship manufacturing plant in Longview, Washington as part of NCT's continued growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Plant Operations - the ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach to plant management with a view to implementing best practices, establishing, and developing high performance teams and creating a culture of continuous improvement. Direct responsibilities for management of all activities within the plant including production, operations, R&D, quality and HSE. Responsible for contributing to and implementing an operations strategy consistent with the business strategy to build, maximizing synergies across disciplines and integrating activities to improve operational efficiencies and effectiveness.
Process Improvement -successfully establish an operating environment that embraces continuous improvement processes achieved through team-based initiatives with particular focus applied to plant goals and scorecard measures. Monitor plant objectives and metrics to develop a plan for improvement in underperforming areas. Champion process improvement initiatives utilizing structured problem solving and employee engagement to yield positive results.
Health, Safety and Environment - ensure safety of production facility.Liaise with internal and external resources to drive towards a zero-harm culture for accident and illness within the facility.Ensure that operational compliance with environmental health and safety requirements are met.
Reporting - develops annual planning and ensures that expense and capital budgets are aligned with functional and business objectives.Communicates broader plans and objectives while cascading work assignments to team members.
Team & Function Building - this individual will build and develop a team as appropriate to manage the development and plant/production activity of the firm. Identify and develop talent in the organization.Focusing on career progression, succession planning, and increasing organizational efficiencies and effectiveness.Acting as a leader you will mentor the team allowing development of strong leaders at all levels to ensure a more capable and diverse workforce.
Be an Ambassador - you will act as an ambassador and advocate for the organization, passionate about NCT's ability to provide cleaner energy, safer water and sustainable agricultural production in way that helps reduce industrial carbon footprint.
Values & Culture Leader - this individual will embody company values and be a role model within the company as NCT continues to hire and grow.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Industrial & Processing Sector Experience - ideally, strong candidates will have Core Competencies - ideally possess core competencies in:
Ensuring Accountability - holds self and others accountable meeting commitments
Collaboration - ability to build partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Decision Quality - makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Plans and Aligns - plans and prioritizes work, meeting commitments aligned to organizational goals.
Drives Results - consistently achieves results regardless of circumstances
Situational Adaptability - adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of situations.
Industrial & Processing Sector Experience - ideally, strong candidates will have experience in production facility management in the biomass, pulp/paper, biochemical or specialty chemical sectors.
Bring an Owner's Perspective - strong candidates will ideally have experience in plant production and management as an owner. If lacking this experience, individuals must demonstrate the ability to understand the broader economic and business drivers behind the company's strategy and how their remit is connected to the greater vision.
Cultural Alignment -a curious and entrepreneurial self-starter; able to operate successfully outside of a large corporate business. Possess a high degree of tenacity and 'can do' attitude. Strong candidates will be excited and highly motivated by the opportunity NCT is bringing to market.
Communication & Presentation Skills - must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal. Must be able to review and edit reports and proposals; able to review and present technical documents to a varied audience.
EDUCATION
Engineering or Operations Management degree is preferred. Individuals with Finance/Business Administration degrees with relevant experience will also be considered. Master's Degree/MBA would be advantageous, but not essential.
