Plains

About the Company

Plains Dairy is now, and has always been, a major contributor for its local community. Established in 1934 and based in Amarillo, Texas, the company now operates as a subsidiary of Affiliated Foods, Inc. and was formerly known as Plains Creamery. "We remain grateful to our many loyal employees and especially our hundreds of thousands of customers who trust Plains Dairy and our second-to-none products. As we've said for many years ... ... When you want the best, it's Plains to see."

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Plains

Job Title

Analyst, Operations Budget and Planning

Job Description

**Job Title:** Analyst, Operations Budget and Planning **Role Summary:** A financial operations role supporting Gulf Coast and South Texas assets by analyzing expenses, managing forecasts, and collaborating with management to optimize operational financial performance. **Expectations:** Requires a finance, business, or accounting background with 2–5 years of financial reporting/analysis experience or equivalent. Strong Excel skills and analytical capabilities essential. **Key Responsibilities:** - Analyze division operating expenses and capital projects, including budget vs. actual variance reporting. - Own monthly and quarterly forecasts for operational and capital budgets. - Track project costs, manage accruals, and coordinate annual operating plans with corporate and division management. - Forecast division headcount and allocate costs. - Train administrative staff on financial coding and analysis. - Implement financial initiatives and align with strategic operational goals. **Required Skills:** - Advanced quantitative and financial analysis skills. - Proficiency in problem-solving, prioritization, and deadline management. - Strong organizational abilities and collaboration across departments. - Advanced Excel skills; Oracle and Power BI proficiency preferred. - Professional communication and independent decision-making. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (or 2–5 years of relevant experience). - Valid U.S. work authorization.

San antonio, United states

On site

Junior

21-01-2026

Company Name

Plains

Job Title

Leak Detection Systems Engineer

Job Description

**Job title**: Leak Detection Systems Engineer **Role Summary**: Develop, implement, and maintain leak detection systems and programs for pipeline assets, ensuring reliable operation, performance optimization, and regulatory compliance. **Expectations**: - Minimum 1 year pipeline operating experience. - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent combination of education and experience). - Ability to adapt to changing priorities, manage multiple projects, and work extended hours when required. - Strong written and verbal communication, cross‑functional collaboration, and willingness to travel up to 10 % for field or control‑center visits. - Clean criminal background check, satisfactory reference checks, and compliance with company drug/alcohol policy. **Key Responsibilities**: - Configure, implement, and maintain simulated models for leak detection systems. - Monitor and tune leak detection hardware and software to reduce false alarms. - Interpret pipeline system data to establish leak detection requirements and prioritize critical assets. - Provide 24/7 rotational technical support to the control center and operations teams. - Review field equipment and operations, recommend improvements, and develop cost estimates and budgets. - Evaluate emerging leak detection and simulation technologies, staying current with industry trends and regulations. - Develop and implement new technologies to enhance leak detection performance. - Deliver training to controllers and operators on system operation and troubleshooting. - Execute additional projects as assigned. **Required Skills**: - Pipeline operations knowledge and experience. - Proficiency with modeling software (e.g., SimSuite, SPS). - Programming and scripting skills (SQL, VBA, other languages). - Familiarity with data analysis, statistics, PLCs, SCADA systems. - Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and guidance across a broad organization. **Required Education & Certifications**: - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent). - Background clearance and compliance with drug/alcohol testing. - No mandatory visa sponsorship availability.

Houston, United states

On site

Fresher

21-01-2026

Company Name

Plains

Job Title

Senior Property Tax Analyst

Job Description

**Job Title:** Senior Property Tax Analyst **Role Summary** Lead property tax compliance, valuation, and appeal processes across multiple jurisdictions to ensure accurate tax reporting and cost optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex tax issues. **Expactations** - Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or equivalent; 4+ years of multi-state property tax experience. - Demonstrated ability to manage property tax audits, appeals, and settlements. - Proficiency in analytical problem-solving and technical software tools. **Key Responsibilities** - Review and validate personal property tax renditions, focusing on multistate compliance. - Maintain fixed asset schedules, cost segregation analyses, and depreciation records. - Lead property tax appeals using cost, income, and market-based valuation methods. - Negotiate tax assessments with assessors and administrative bodies. - Prepare tax accruals, reconcile accounts, and update tax calendars annually. - Analyze sales data, financial reports, and market trends to support valuation strategies. - Monitor legislative changes impacting property tax obligations. - Process tax statements, invoices, and notices using financial software (e.g., Anybill). **Required Skills** - Advanced technical skills in property tax compliance and multistate regulations. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access) and Oracle (preferred). - Strong negotiation, communication, and team collaboration abilities. - Detail-oriented analytical mindset with problem-solving expertise. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting. - U.S. work authorization (non-sponsorship eligible).

Houston, United states

On site

Senior

21-01-2026