Area Manager, Manufacturing ​/ Production Chemical Manufacturing

We’re seeking an experienced Area Manager to lead chemical manufacturing operations for a growing specialty chemical organization. This is a hands‑on leadership role overseeing chemical processes, production, safety, quality, and a team of engineers/operators.

• Lead safe operation of batch and continuous chemical processes.
• Supervise, develop, and mentor engineers and chemical operators.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and drive improvements.
• Perform mass/energy balances and analyze process data.
• Support process optimization, scale‑up, and production improvements.
• Oversee equipment setup, modification, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with PSM, MOC, LOTO, EHS, and quality requirements
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• Maintain accurate production documentation, batch records, and operating procedures.
• Develop project schedules and coordinate activities related to safety, quality, cost, and timelines.
• Train and mentor technical and operations personnel.
• Support customer presentations, technical proposals, and site visits as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering with 3+ years of experience
  , or MS/PhD in Chemical Engineering with 2+ years of experience
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• Strong experience with chemical processing and process equipment
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• Experience with batch and/or continuous chemical operations
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• Strong knowledge of reaction kinetics, mixing, heat transfer, crystallization, and related unit operations.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex chemical processes.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including mass and energy balances.
• Experience with SCADA, LabVIEW, or similar process control systems
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• Strong leadership, project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working in a regulated chemical manufacturing environment.