Director of Operations – Multi-Site Manufacturing & Growth

Westlake Chemical Corporation; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Houston, TX, seeks a Director, Operations to lead multiple manufacturing facilities and distribution centers across North America, ensuring safety, quality, environmental compliance, and financial performance.

You will drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, optimize productivity and supply chain, manage full P&L for the Building Products unit, and mentor a high-performing leadership team while shaping strategic growth and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Finance, or related discipline. MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience within manufacturing, building products, industrial, or related industries.
• Knowledge of building materials, construction products, distribution channels, and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale, multi-site manufacturing operations.
• Experience managing full P&L responsibility.
• Proven track record of delivering growth, operational improvements, and financial results.

Responsibilities

• Safety, Health, and Environmental leadership and regulatory compliance.
• Manufacturing and operational excellence across all production facilities.
• Financial leadership with P&L responsibility and budgeting.
• Product development and innovation with cross-functional collaboration.
• Human capital leadership including coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.

Skills

Leadership experience

P&L responsibility

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, Finance, or related discipline

MBA preferred

Job description

Westlake Chemical Corporation in Houston, TX, seeks a Director, Operations to lead multiple manufacturing facilities and distribution centers across North America, ensuring safety, quality, environmental compliance, and financial performance.

You will drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, optimize productivity and supply chain, manage full P&L for the Building Products unit, and mentor a high-performing leadership team while shaping strategic growth and innovation.