Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Own site-wide production performance, including safety, quality, output, schedule adherence, and daily execution.
• Lead all production execution activities, including shift staffing, coverage, and coordination.
• Serve as the final escalation point for operational issues, driving timely resolution and clear communication.
• Own Tier 2 and Tier 3 meeting effectiveness, ensuring disciplined escalation, problem solving, and follow-through.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Production Superintendent and front-line operations leadership.
• Translate site priorities into executable daily and weekly production plans.
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and EHS to ensure aligned execution.
• Identify execution gaps and drive corrective actions to improve operational stability and performance.
• Reinforce standard work, expectations, and accountability across all shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• 5+ years of manufacturing operations experience (chemical or process manufacturing preferred)
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing production teams
• Strong understanding of Tiered Management Systems and operational KPIs
• Experience operating in a PSM-regulated manufacturing environment preferred
• Proven ability to lead through accountability, not proximity