Mapleton Site Operations Manager

Evonik España Y Portugal SA.; Illinois; On-site; USD 123,500 - 205,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Evonik Corporation is seeking a Plant Manager for the Mapleton site to oversee the Fatty Acid Plant, DP, HP, Wastewater Treatment, and Warehouse operations. You will lead a diverse team, manage costs, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating with EHS&Q, Maintenance, Engineering, and HR, plus strategic planning and staff development to meet customer expectations and internal goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent degree.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a chemical process plant environment with supervision and engineering responsibilities.
• Skills with communicating/working with individuals with varied backgrounds and nationalities.
• Strategic vision with an outlook from 0-5 years.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of Fatty Acid Plant (FAP), Wastewater Treatment, Warehouse, Derivatives Plant (DP) and Hydrogen Plant (HP).
• Produce products and intermediates meeting customer requirements while ensuring safety and compliance.
• Control manufacturing costs within budgets and drive continuous improvement across multiple functions.
• Coordinate operations with EHS&Q, Maintenance, Engineering, Capacity, Financial, and HR teams.
• Set KPIs and targets to drive plant performance and profitability.
• Staff and develop production workforce and participate in Mapleton plant senior management decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Equivalent degree

Job description

Evonik Corporation is seeking a Plant Manager for the Mapleton site to oversee the Fatty Acid Plant, DP, HP, Wastewater Treatment, and Warehouse operations. You will lead a diverse team, manage costs, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating with EHS&Q, Maintenance, Engineering, and HR, plus strategic planning and staff development to meet customer expectations and internal goals.