Operations Manager

Albemarle Netherlands BV; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional and personal growth resources

Job summary

Albemarle Netherlands BV is seeking an Operations Manager for the Silver Peak site in Nevada, Iowa. This role involves oversight of safety, quality, and productivity, leading approximately 30 personnel while fostering an inclusive work environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and over 5 years of relevant leadership experience. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with standards, driving operational excellence, and coaching teams to achieve performance and quality targets.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work effectively in teams and with individuals at all levels within an organization.

Responsibilities

• Drive compliance to Albemarle Standards and Environmental regulations.
• Create and maintain a respectful and inclusive work environment.
• Develop and lead implementation of the strategic direction for Operations.
• Provide leadership and direction for daily production execution.
• Coach and develop direct reports.

Skills

Leadership experience in a chemical manufacturing environment

Influential leadership skills

Facilitation and communication skills

Coaching and developing others

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

The Operations Manager is a member of the site leadership team and has accountability for safety, quality, and productivity of the Operations organization at the Silver Peak site. The Operations Manager will be responsible for leading an organization of approximately 30 personnel. The position requires a range of management and technical skills and a thorough understanding of plant systems, processes, policies, and procedures.

What You Will Do

• Drive compliance to Albemarle Standards, Environmental regulations, MSHA regulations and HSE policies
• Create and maintain a respectful and inclusive work environment and maintain Albemarle’s core values
• Develop and lead implementation of the strategic direction for Operations
• Provide leadership and direction for the operating areas including daily production execution to plan
• Provide leadership and guidance for meeting cost, yield and quality requirements
• Drive Operational Discipline and Manufacturing Excellence
• Lead the organization to drive incident investigations to root cause and implement corrective actions using the hierarchy of control
• Coach and develop direct reports and cultivate an atmosphere of learning and development
• Develop and maintain Operations KPIs to drive data‑based decision making and improvements
• Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

What You Bring (Required)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a chemical manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated influential leadership skills
• Strong facilitation and communication skills
• Experience coaching and developing others
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in teams and with individuals at all levels within an organization

Preferred

• Prior manufacturing experience, including Line Leadership
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management
• Experience with MSHA compliance
• Lean Management or Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Knowledge of HR process, procedures, and policies

Benefits of Joining Albemarle

Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. A diverse array of resources supports professional and personal growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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