Onsite Plant Manager - Chemicals Manufacturing

Parker Staffing, LLC.

Walterboro (SC)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k)

Flexible Spending Account and Health_S

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Parker Staffing, LLC. is seeking a Plant Manager for an established specialty chemical additives manufacturer onsite in Walterboro, South Carolina.

The role leads day-to-day operations, ensuring safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery while overseeing production planning, maintenance, inventory, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 15+ years of leadership in manufacturing or chemicals, plus 10+ years in operations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, industrial engineering, logistics, or a related technical field.
15+ years of leadership experience within manufacturing, chemicals, or related industry.
10+ years of experience in operations, supply chain, product management, or related function.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, safety practices, regulatory compliance, quality systems, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
Experience with ERP systems, inventory control, warehousing, logistics, and procurement.
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams in a fast-paced operational environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Experience managing budgets, controlling costs, and evaluating operational performance.
Proven ability to manage projects, prioritize competing demands, and adapt to changing business needs.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to work in an industrial manufacturing environment and meet the physical requirements of the role.
Experience in a small- or mid-sized manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead daily plant operations to meet production, quality, safety, and delivery goals.
Coordinate staffing, equipment, materials, and production schedules to support efficient workflow.
Maintain compliance with OSHA, environmental, ISO, quality, and company requirements.
Investigate safety, quality, equipment, and operational issues and implement corrective actions.
Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on productivity, quality, cost reduction, and efficiency.
Monitor key performance metrics related to safety, labor, inventory, equipment utilization, and financial performance.
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and plant employees through clear expectations and ongoing feedback.
Oversee preventive maintenance and ensure equipment and facilities remain safe and reliable.
Partner with Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales, and Customer Service to support inventory and on-time delivery.
Manage the plant operating budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Support new product launches, process improvements, capital projects, and other operational initiatives.
Oversee inventory, warehousing, logistics, and related plant functions.
Recruit, train, evaluate, and manage plant employees in accordance with company policies.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Other duties as assigned