Laboratory Manager

Italmatch Chemicals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Italmatch USA Corporation in Smyrna Plant seeks a Production Manager to lead all manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production while driving continuous improvement and employee engagement.

You will coordinate with maintenance, quality, planning, and logistics; manage budgets and reporting; and coach supervisors, operators, and technicians to meet product specifications and KPIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field required.
• 10+ years in chemical manufacturing with 5+ years of leadership experience.
• Knowledge of batch processing and Process Safety Management (PSM).
• Experience with SAP or other ERP/MES systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Must complete DHS background check, pre-placement physical (including respirator clearance), and pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Lead all manufacturing operations at the Smyrna Plant, ensuring safe, efficient production and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Planning, and Logistics to optimize operations.
• Drive Lean initiatives and monitor KPIs: output, yield, downtime, and OEE.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP/ERP/MES systems

Job description

About Italmatch

Italmatch USA Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals throughout North America and globally as part of the Italmatch Chemicals Group. We are committed to innovation, operational excellence, safety, and sustainability.

Description

About Italmatch USA Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets specialty chemicals throughout North America and globally as part of the Italmatch Chemicals Group. We are committed to innovation, operational excellence, safety, and sustainability.

Position Summary The Production Manager leads all manufacturing operations at the Smyrna Plant, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production while driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Production Leadership

• Develop and execute production schedules.
• Optimize personnel, equipment, and raw materials.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Planning, and Logistics.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM, RCRA, and company policies.
• Lead safety meetings, incident investigations, and risk assessments.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs including output, yield, downtime, and OEE.

People Leadership

• Coach and develop supervisors, operators, and technicians.
• Conduct performance reviews and training.

Quality & Financial Management

• Partner with Quality to meet product specifications.
• Manage budgets, resources, and production reporting.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years in chemical manufacturing with 5+ years of leadership experience.
• Knowledge of batch processing and Process Safety Management (PSM).
• Experience with SAP or other ERP/MES systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Must successfully complete a Department of Homeland Security background check, pre-placement physical (including respirator clearance), and pre-employment drug screening.

Preferred

• ISO 9001/14001 or Responsible Care experience.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or PMP certification.
• Knowledge of PLC/DCS automation.

Working Conditions

• Chemical manufacturing environment requiring appropriate PPE.
• Availability for off-shift, weekend, and emergency support as needed.

Why Join Italmatch?

• Competitive salary and incentive opportunity
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Career growth with a global specialty chemicals leader

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are Equal Opportunity Employers. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.