Sr. Specialist, Maintenance Operations Administrator

Location:

Elwood, IL, US, 60421

Stepan Company is hiring a Sr. Specialist, Maintenance Operations Administrator at our Elwood, IL facility. This role also supports plant compliance, contractor accountability, reporting, training, and SAP-related data activities.

• Serve as the site subject matter expert for contractor management systems, ensuring accurate tracking of contractor labor, time, expenses, and related operational data.
• Maintain, analyze, and reconcile data across multiple systems, including SAP, to support reporting, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and analytics that provide insights into contractor activity, facility performance, and cost management.
• Set up contractors and vendors within site systems and provide training, guidance, and ongoing support to users and external partners.
• Create and maintain process documentation, training materials, and user instructions to support system adoption and consistency.
• Monitor contractor and facility performance metrics, identify trends and issues, and recommend process and system improvements.
• Support audit readiness, compliance activities, and contractor-related payroll and reconciliation processes.
• Assist during site incidents and emergency situations by monitoring contractor headcount and accountability.
• Partner closely with Maintenance, Operations, Finance, Safety, Procurement, IT, and external contractors to resolve business and system issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Translate operational needs into practical reporting, data management, and system solutions that enhance efficiency and decision-making.

• 3 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, contractor-management, business-systems, or operations environment.
• Experience working with enterprise business systems and large data sets.
• Strong Excel/reporting and data-analysis capabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot system/data discrepancies.
• Strong communication and training skills with the ability to support both internal employees and external vendors.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering Technology, or related discipline.
• Associate degree with relevant experience

$58,000 - $80,000

The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.

• Discretionary Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Reactions – Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Stepan Company does not accept or retain unsolicited resumes or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 19 global manufacturing locations and over 2,400 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members.

We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives.…