Manufacturing Operations Leader: Safety, Lean & Growth

CPS, Inc.; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS, Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing areas, develop people, and manage costs while upholding safety and environmental responsibilities. You will work with production supervisors, engineers, and operators to meet schedules, quality, and budget goals in a continuous improvement environment.

The role requires a B.S. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of chemical manufacturing leadership experience, familiarity with PSM, PLC/DCS controls, and lean

Qualifications

• B.S., Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree.
• 5+ years of chemical manufacturing experience with leadership/supervision.
• Experience in a PSM manufacturing environment ideal.
• Experience with PLC and/or DCS controls ideal.
• Direct knowledge of batch chemical manufacturing processes is desired.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and 5S.
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities.
• Strong knowledge of organizational workflow and ability to delegate by assigning responsibilities.
• Advanced organizational skills and a proficient multi-tasker.
• Knowledge of essential equipment and ability to troubleshoot issues.

Responsibilities

• Role model for safety expectations and zero incident culture; ensure compliance with HSES regulations.
• Provide leadership, managerial oversight and technical support to production area.
• Manage production supervisors, engineers, team leaders, coordinators, and operators.
• Oversee safety, production schedule, quality, and budget while driving continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement operational excellence and cost optimization initiatives.
• Support capital project needs and corrective actions for customer complaints.
• Develop and execute plans with partners for short and long-term business needs.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for material supply and production planning.
• Conduct process hazard analyses and ensure ISO9001 compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Cost Optimization

HSES & Safety

Production Scheduling

Lean Manufacturing

Team Management

Education

B.S. Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PLC

DCS Controls

Job description

CPS, Inc. is seeking an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing areas, develop people, and manage costs while upholding safety and environmental responsibilities. You will work with production supervisors, engineers, and operators to meet schedules, quality, and budget goals in a continuous improvement environment.

The role requires a B.S. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering with 5+ years of chemical manufacturing leadership experience, familiarity with PSM, PLC/DCS controls, and lean