ECO Manufacturing Manager

Croda; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) Match

Wellness Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Career Development Opportunities

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Croda is seeking an experienced ECO Manufacturing Manager to lead the safe, reliable operation of the Ethylene Oxide unit, Powerhouse and WWTP at Atlas Point, Delaware. This full‑time role drives operational excellence, process safety, environmental compliance and continuous improvement in a high‑hazard chemical manufacturing environment.

You will lead shift teams, collaborate with maintenance, engineering and SHE, manage training and regulatory documentation, and advance cost‑effective

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or another technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of operations experience in continuous high‑hazard chemical manufacturing.
• Experience working in OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) regulated facilities.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing/ERP systems such as SAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and compliant operation of the ECO Unit, Powerhouse, and WWTP.
• Establish world‑class PSM discipline and operational capability.
• Drive plant reliability, uptime, production performance, and cost‑effective operations.
• Lead Shift Team Leaders and operating teams, fostering accountability, engagement, and professional development.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, OSHA regulations, site procedures, and Croda SHE standards.
• Investigate operational deviations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Capital Projects, SHE, and Laboratory teams to deliver site objectives.
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities while promoting a strong safety culture across all shifts.
• Manage training, performance reviews, labor relations activities, and regulatory documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Process Safety Management

24/7 Operations

SAP

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Croda is a FTSE 100 organization driven by our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of innovative and sustainable ingredients and technologies for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced ECO Manufacturing Manager to join our Operations team at our Atlas Point manufacturing site.

As ECO Manufacturing Manager, you will provide leadership for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Ethylene Oxide (ECO) Unit, Powerhouse (POHO), and Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). This critical leadership role is accountable for operational excellence, process safety, environmental compliance, team development, and continuous improvement in a high-hazard chemical manufacturing environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the safe and compliant operation of the ECO Unit, Powerhouse, and Wastewater Treatment Plant.
• Establish world‑class operational capability and Process Safety Management (PSM) discipline.
• Drive plant reliability, uptime, production performance, and cost‑effective operations.
• Lead Shift Team Leaders and operating teams, fostering accountability, engagement, and professional development.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, productivity, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Ensure compliance with environmental permits, OSHA regulations, site procedures, and Croda SHE standards.
• Investigate operational deviations, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Capital Projects, SHE, and Laboratory teams to deliver site objectives.
• Support emergency preparedness and response activities while promoting a strong safety culture across all shifts.
• Manage training, performance reviews, labor relations activities, and regulatory documentation.

Who We’re Looking For

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or another technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of operations experience in continuous high‑hazard chemical manufacturing.
• Experience working in OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) regulated facilities.
• Proven leadership experience managing teams in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing/ERP systems such as SAP.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Ethylene Oxide (EO) operations or other highly hazardous chemical manufacturing environments, including petrochemical, refining, or specialty chemical operations.
• Union leadership experience, including labor relations and collective bargaining agreement administration.
• Experience leading reliability improvement programs, root cause investigations, and maintenance strategies.
• Demonstrated emergency response leadership experience, including incident command, HAZMAT, fire brigade, or emergency coordination roles.

Don’t meet every qualification? We still encourage you to apply. At Croda, we believe diverse perspectives and unique experiences drive innovation and strengthen our team.

What We Offer

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage available immediately
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) Match
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Parental Leave
• Career Development Opportunities
• Company‑Paid and Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Holidays and more

Additional Information

This is a full‑time, exempt position based at our Atlas Point, Delaware manufacturing site.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email [e-mail].

Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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