Operations Manager, Chemical Manufacturing

LeoForce; Brookfield (CT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

Company retirement savings plan

Disability coverage

Job summary

LeoForce in Brookfield, CT, is seeking an Operations Manager for chemical manufacturing. You will oversee day-to-day chemical handling and packaging operations, lead a 30–40 person team across planning, packaging, and shipping, and drive safety and compliance across OSHA, DOT, and EPA rules.

The role emphasizes Lean/Six Sigma, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision making to optimize throughput, reduce waste, and ensure on-time shipments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of operations management experience within manufacturing, chemical, or industrial environments.
• Experience or strong background in chemical handling, packaging, or similar industrial processes, including hazmats.
• Strong background in chemical safety, hazardous materials handling, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, DOT, EPA).
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams of 30-40 employees, with training and mentoring on safety, quality, and ops best practices.
• Background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar CI methodologies.
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Proven ability to analyze processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement measurable improvements.
• Strong cross-departmental communication skills and ability to present data-driven recommendations to senior leadership.
• Experience conducting safety audits and ensuring compliance with quality control standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of chemical handling and packaging teams to meet production targets and customer demand.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 30-40 staff across planning & scheduling, packaging, and shipping.
• Train and mentor employees on safety procedures, packaging methods, and chemical handling protocols.
• Ensure full compliance with internal safety standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, DOT, EPA, FDA).
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and training to mitigate risk and maintain a safe workplace.
• Ensure all chemicals are packaged to quality control standards and customer specifications; investigate defects and lead corrective actions.
• Manage production planning and scheduling to maintain inventory of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods and prevent shortages.
• Continuously refine chemical handling and packaging processes to improve throughput and reduce waste.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and other continuous improvement initiatives to lower operating costs and improve efficiency.
• Identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot process issues, and collaborate cross-functionally on solutions.
• Maintain accurate production, chemical handling, packaging, and compliance records.
• Prepare and present regular operational performance reports (production volumes, on-time shipments, safety metrics).
• Use data and KPIs to monitor performance and drive ongoing improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Operations leadership

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

ERP systems

Production planning

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Operations Management

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Operations Manager, Chemical Manufacturing

6913233

Location: Brookfield Center, CT, US

Date Posted: 09-07-2026

Job Details

Experience: Mid Level

Salary: $130,000 - $160,000 per year

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee day-to-day operations of chemical handling and packaging teams to meet production targets and customer demand
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 30-40 staff across planning & scheduling, packaging, and shipping
• Train and mentor employees on safety procedures, packaging methods, and chemical handling protocols
• Ensure full compliance with internal safety standards and regulatory requirements (OSHA, DOT, EPA, FDA)
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and training to mitigate risk and maintain a safe workplace
• Ensure all chemicals are packaged to quality control standards and customer specifications; investigate defects and lead corrective actions
• Manage production planning and scheduling to maintain inventory of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods and prevent shortages
• Continuously refine chemical handling and packaging processes to improve throughput and reduce waste
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and other continuous improvement initiatives to lower operating costs and improve efficiency
• Identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot process issues, and collaborate cross-functionally on solutions
• Maintain accurate production, chemical handling, packaging, and compliance records
• Prepare and present regular operational performance reports (production volumes, on-time shipments, safety metrics)
• Use data and KPIs to monitor performance and drive ongoing improvement

Qualifications – Needed

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 5+ years of operations management experience within manufacturing, chemical, or industrial environments
• Experience or strong background in chemical handling, packaging, or similar industrial processes, including flammable and hazardous materials
• Strong background in chemical safety, hazardous materials handling, and regulatory compliance (OSHA, DOT, EPA)
• Proven ability to lead and manage teams of 30-40 employees, including training and mentoring on safety, quality, and operational best practices
• Background in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management software
• Proven ability to analyze processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement measurable improvements
• Strong cross-departmental communication skills and ability to present data-driven recommendations to senior leadership
• Experience conducting safety audits and ensuring compliance with quality control standards

A bit about us

Founded nearly four decades ago, we are a family-owned global leader in high-purity alcohols, specialty solvents, custom blended solutions, and low-carbon products that help industries worldwide reduce emissions and meet environmental goals. Our research and engineering teams continue to drive innovation in sustainable energy and specialty chemicals, and we serve customers across life sciences, food, flavor & fragrance, personal care, beverage, industrial, and renewable fuel markets — fulfilling tens of thousands of orders each year across more than 50 countries. With operations across the U.S., Canada, and Ireland, we’re a high-performance, purpose-driven team recognized at the Platinum level as one of the top-managed private companies in our industry for a decade running.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Up to $160K base salary (BOE)
• Company-Funded Retirement Savings: With individual contribution opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Life Insurance
• Income Protection: Short- and long-term disability coverage, paid personal sick time
• Vacation Time Exceeding Industry Standards
• Formal & Informal Training and Development Opportunities
• Collaborative Work Environment: Lead a team of 30-40 across planning & scheduling, packaging, and shipping, reporting directly to the Site General Manager
• Purpose-Driven Culture: Family-owned, award-winning top-managed company honoree, with a mission centered on sustainability and low-carbon solutions
• On-Site role in Brookfield, CT

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