Job Summary:
The Plant Manager will oversee daily operations of a chemical manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant production processes. This role requires strong experience in continuous manufacturing, with a focus on optimizing plant performance, reducing downtime, and ensuring product quality. The Plant Manager will lead a team of production, maintenance, and quality personnel, driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, safety, and logistics.
- Ensure adherence to continuous manufacturing processes, optimizing production flow and minimizing interruptions.
- Develop and implement strategies to improve production efficiency, reduce costs, and increase output while maintaining product quality.
- Lead and mentor a team of supervisors, operators, and technical staff, fostering a collaborative and safety-focused work environment.
- Collaborate with the EHS team to ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, implementing best practices to maintain a safe working environment.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and adjust processes to meet production goals and quality standards.
- Work closely with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure raw material availability and timely delivery of finished products.
- Develop and manage the plant's annual budget, tracking expenses and ensuring financial targets are met.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to optimize production processes and reduce waste.
- Act as a key liaison with corporate leadership, providing updates on plant performance, challenges, and strategic initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in continuous manufacturing processes, with a strong understanding of process flow, automation, and production optimization.
- Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
- Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations in chemical manufacturing.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
- Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is highly desirable.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing a plant with hazardous materials or chemicals.
- Certification in Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Experience with ERP systems and data analysis tools.
