Boiler Operations Manager

CHS Inc.

. Lead and oversee boiler and utilities operations supporting continuous 24/7 processing and refining operations .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeMankato • Minnesota • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,000 - $143,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in boiler and utilities operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proven leadership in managing personnel, contractor relationships, and operational performance in an industrial manufacturing environment.

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Chief Class Minnesota Boiler Operator LicenseBoiler Systems ManagementSteam Generation OperationsEmissions ComplianceLeadership in Operations

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Hard Skills

Boiler OperationsUtility OperationsHigh-Pressure Boiler ExperienceSteam Engine OperationSafety CompliancePerformance ManagementSOP DevelopmentProcess ImprovementBudget MonitoringEnvironmental Compliance

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationCoaching and DevelopmentCollaborationProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Chief Class Minnesota Boiler Operator License

Industry Keywords

EHSGMPHACCPFood SafetyIndustrial Safety PracticesContractor ManagementCapital ProjectsUtility ProvidersOperational Performance MetricsManufacturing Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and oversee boiler and utilities operations supporting continuous 24/7 processing and refining operations
Supervise, coach and develop boiler operators and utility personnel, including scheduling, training, performance management and workforce planning
Ensure compliance with CHS policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, union agreements and industry standards, including EHS, GMP, HACCP, food safety and Minnesota boiler regulations
Conduct safety meetings, inspections, investigations and corrective actions
Direct steam generation, power generation, air systems and utility operations
Coordinate testing, monitoring, inspections and reporting for boiler operations, emissions, environmental compliance and utility systems
Develop and maintain SOPs and training materials
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Manage contractor relationships, utility providers and departmental purchasing activities
Forecast utility needs and support maintenance planning
Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, quality, environmental, safety, supply, sustainability, purchasing and other plant departments
Support capital projects, equipment upgrades and long-range planning through evaluation and implementation of technologies and equipment
Monitor department budgets, operational performance and key metrics
Serve as a member of the site leadership team and perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or GED
4+ years of experience in Operations and/or Production Operations
Chief Class Minnesota Boiler Operator License
Ability to maintain boiler operator licensure
Prior leadership experience with progressively advancing levels of leadership responsibility
5+ years of operating experience on a high-pressure boiler preferred
2+ years of operating a steam engine or turbine preferred
Strong understanding of boiler systems, steam generation, utility operations, emissions compliance and industrial safety practices
Strong verbal and written communication skills
High mechanical ability/aptitude
Experience managing contractors, capital projects, equipment installations and process improvements preferred
Ability to work extended hours and respond to operational issues as business needs require
Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, chemicals and outdoor conditions
Ability to walk, stand, climb stairs and ladders, and navigate production areas for extended periods
Ability to inspect equipment in elevated, confined or hard-to-access locations
Ability to occasionally lift, pull, push, carry or move up to 50 pounds
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, respirators and protective footwear
Ability to work flexible schedules, extended hours, weekends and holidays, and respond to emergencies or operational outages
Must pass applicable pre-employment screenings if required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Wellness programs
Life insurance
Health and dependent care spending accounts
Paid time off
401(k)
Pension
Profit sharing
Short- and long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance
Bonus, incentives and commissions may apply depending on position
Professional development opportunities, including mentoring, coaching, networking, digital learning, leadership academies and workshops