Operations Leader

Momentive Performance Materials 1005; Town of Waterford (NY); On-site; USD 136,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives and variable compensation

Health, dental & vision insurance

Parental leave

Short-term disability

Employee assistance program

PTO 25 days + holidays

401k with employer match

Student debt pay-off

Professional development

Wellness programs

Job summary

Momentive is seeking an Operations Leader to own a production operation in Waterford, driving safety, environmental stewardship, quality, cost, and people development. You will partner with Value Stream Leaders to shape and execute the operations strategy and build a world-class silicone site.

Lead continuous improvement, manage budgets, and mentor frontline staff to sustain high performance and a culture of safety and accountability at the Waterford site.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering, Business, Science, Math, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience managing 5+ direct reports with the highest ethics and credibility.
• Proven safety leadership track record reducing safety exposures and transforming culture.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership/manufacturing/engineering experience in Manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of general and cost accounting principles.
• Experience with LEAN operations structures.
• Experience presenting to senior executives with relatable examples.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft business software, ERP, and data management tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to ensure safety, environmental, production, quality, and cost objectives are met.
• Develop and execute a plan for world-class manufacturing excellence in the assigned area.
• Participate in budgeting and forecast variances from financial targets.
• Manage headcount and labor utilization to meet productivity goals.
• Review and approve MOC, variances, PRs, and capital projects as applicable.
• Develop and mentor front-line leaders and staff.
• Collaborate to implement manufacturing expectations and standards.
• Coordinate with Value Stream Leaders and PMCs to develop production schedules.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

B.S. in Engineering, Business, Science, Math, or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Operations Leader

Take ownership of a critical production operation, leading the team to deliver exceptional performance across safety, environmental stewardship, quality, production, cost, and people development. You'll partner closely with Value Stream Leaders to shape and execute the operations strategy, drive continuous improvement, and build a high-performing culture. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact while helping position Waterford as a world-class silicone manufacturing site.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to operations to ensure all safety, environmental, production, quality, and cost objectives are met in alignment with the business strategy and direction
• Develop and execute an implementation plan to achieve world-class manufacturing excellence in the operating area assigned
• Participate in business planning, operating (incurred) & capital budget creation with peer managers and monitor, communicate, and forecast variances from financial performance targets
• Manage optimal headcount required to meet business needs and overall site productivity goals, while driving certification rates to ensure efficient labor utilization
• Review and approve Management of Change, variances, purchase requisitions, and capital projects as applicable
• Develop and mentor your direct and indirect staff – Front Line Leaders, Area Process Coordinators, and Inventory Control Teams
• Collaborate with peer Leadership Team members to ensure a consistent implementation of manufacturing expectations and standards
• Collaborate with Value Stream Leaders, Asset Management, and Production/Maintenance Coordinator (PMC) to develop and validate production schedules for execution

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering, Business, Science, Math, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience managing 5+ direct reports with the highest ethics and credibility
• Proven safety leadership track record leading teams to reduce safety exposures and transforming the working culture of teams into an interdependent level of safety culture
• Led manufacturing quality improvements that resulted in consistent, spec-compliant product for customers with specialty requirements
• 8+ years of progressive leadership/manufacturing/engineering experience in the Manufacturing industry
• Working knowledge of general and cost accounting principles
• Experience or knowledge of implementing or working in LEAN operations structures
• Experience presenting to senior executives or leadership teams, using relatable examples or analogies to explain complex material
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft business software, ERP, and data management tools

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience
• Chemical or Oil Manufacturing industry experience
• SAP experience
• Experience leading an exempt workforce
• Experience leading an hourly Union workforce #LI-NG1

What We Offer

Base Pay Range: $136,000 - $199,100 The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable.

• Incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
• Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
• Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
• Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
• Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
• 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.
• Additional time off with years of service.
• 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
• Student debt pay-off program.
• Professional development programs and courses.
• Wellness programs and financial education.

About Us

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customers' products forward - products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.