Director of Operations

The Director of Operations will lead and oversee all functions, including P&L across a financially sound site. This includes goals, objectives, tactical and strategic operational plans. This role is highly visible and will have the autonomy to promote positive changes, as well as innovate while driving operational change.

Ideal Experience

• Experience successfully leading all functional team members across a site, including HR, Safety, Quality, Operations, Maintenance, and Distribution.
• Experience driving a best-in-class safe manufacturing environment, through the creation and implementation of effective plant safety programs.
• Expertise in spearheading the implementation and execution of operational processes and improvements while communicating clearly defined objectives and gaining acceptance of those objectives.
• Expertise in the implementation, training, execution, and compliance of lean manufacturing practices.
• Experience reviewing, implementing, and analyzing operating results in relation to costs.
• Experience leading an organization that is actively engaged in growth.
• Demonstrate his/her ability to grow into increasing levels of responsibility and be considered a strong successor candidate within the functional organization.

General Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in either Mechanical, Chemical or Industrial Engineering with a minimum of 10 years of progressive work experience in a Manufacturing environment
• Significant experience in a high-volume, complex chemical environment
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to prioritize tasks and meet required deadlines
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office; knowledge of SAP is highly desirable
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization – Customer-focused (both externally and internally)
• Ability to think strategically at a high level, but able to delve into the details as necessary

The compensation package includes a competitive base salary and short and long-term incentive-based programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.