Operations Manager

Overview

Our client, a large global chemical company, has an immediate opening for an Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing operations at the plant manufacturing facility. The Operations Manager directs the activities within the production department including Plant Operations, Production Planning, Process Improvements, Maintenance, Quality and Safety.

The candidate will direct production operations including the activity of Engineers, Production Operators, Supervisors, Foremen, and other plant personnel.

• Manages and develops production team comprising of department managers and staff members who lead and perform production functions on a day-to-day basis.
• Works collaboratively and efficiently with other business functions involving Quality, Scheduling, and other business needs.
• Performs and/or oversees HR-related functions including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training and development, mentoring employment reviews, disciplinary actions, improvement plans, terminations and exit interviews.
• Plans production operations in accordance with production schedules, establishing and evaluating priorities and procedures for continuous process improvement while assuring a safe work environment for all employees by enforcing all safety rules and procedures.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems, ensuring minimum costs and preventing operational delays. Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data.
• Inspects plant equipment, ensuring optimal performance and utilization. Communicates with maintenance department when equipment requires service or repair.
• Develops and evaluates production standards and processes including ISO 9001. Observes workers, ensuring process and standards compliance. Ensures applicable documentation and recording-keeping.
• Develops and executes methods, ensuring minimal downtime, minimizing changeovers, and reducing waste. Oversees housekeeping activities related to the production area.
• Manage and Development of area supervisors and operations engineers, and hold them accountable for day-to-day and technical leadership of each operating unit.
• Monitor and ensure all aspects of PSM are fulfilled.
• Development of continuous improvement including scheduling and implementation of projects, turnarounds, and upgrades.
• Assists Plant and Maintenance Managers as needed.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• Previous experience working in a Chemical Plant or Refinery.
• Previous Experience working with all levels of the organization – Operations, Technology, Maintenance, Projects, and Safety.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact across all organizational levels and with external entities, including governmental agencies.
• Proven experience of working 75% on proactive tasks.