Operations Unit Manager

Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom; South Carolina; Vor Ort; USD 130.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Annual bonus

Zusammenfassung

A leading staffing agency is seeking a qualified Unit Operations Manager to oversee operations in a chemical manufacturing unit located in Georgetown, SC. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in industrial chemical manufacturing. This mid-senior level position requires leadership skills and knowledge of chemical processing equipment and quality systems. A full-time, onsite role, the position offers competitive compensation and a chance to lead a team in a vibrant manufacturing environment.

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in industrial chemical manufacturing.
• In-depth knowledge of chemical processing equipment and utilities.
• Proven track record with ISO 9001 and regulatory compliance.

Aufgaben

• Lead daily operations of a chemical manufacturing unit.
• Manage a team of 20+ operators and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and customer specifications.

Kenntnisse

Leadership skills

Troubleshooting

Process optimization

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical field

Tools

ISO 9001

SPC/SQC

Jobbeschreibung

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

• Annual Bonus
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Kelly Engineering is seeking a DIRECT HIRE - Unit Operations Manager to join one of our leading clients in the Chemical Manufacturing industry at their Georgetown, SC location.

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Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical field strongly preferred (equivalent experience considered).
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial chemical manufacturing; prior leadership or supervisory experience highly desired.
• In‑depth knowledge of chemical processing equipment and utilities (reactors, dryers, conveyors, hot oil systems, chillers, cryogenic systems, heat exchangers, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of a chemical manufacturing unit with full accountability for production volume, team performance, and product quality.
• Directly manage a team of 20+ operators and technicians in a fast‑paced batch production environment producing powder thickeners.
• Ensure consistent compliance with ISO 9001, internal quality systems, and customer specifications.
• Oversee and optimize hands‑on operate reactors, dryers, hoppers, conveying systems, packaging lines, and utility systems (hot oil, chillers, cryogenic units, heat exchangers).
• Drive process optimization using SPC, SQC, and Gantt‑based production tracking.
• Lead root‑cause investigations and corrective/preventive actions (OOS, CAPA, and deviation events).
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives in efficiency, cost reduction, yield, and 5S/housekeeping standards.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Quality Assurance, Engineering, EHS, R&D/Technology, Logistics, and Maintenance teams.
• Actively participate in Management of Change (MOC), HAZOP studies, and plant safety programs.
• Develop team members through training, performance evaluations, and accountability measures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical field strongly preferred (equivalent experience considered).
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in industrial chemical manufacturing; prior leadership or supervisory experience highly desired.
• In‑depth knowledge of chemical processing equipment and utilities (reactors, dryers, conveyors, hot oil systems, chillers, cryogenic systems, heat exchangers, etc.).
• Proven track record with ISO 9001 quality systems and regulatory compliance (OSHA, EPA, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, troubleshoot in real time, and deliver results in a high‑output manufacturing setting.
• Experience with process optimization tools (SPC/SQC), preventive maintenance programs, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Location & Schedule

• Full‑time onsite role at our chemical manufacturing campus in Georgetown, South Carolina (beautiful coastal location between Charleston and Myrtle Beach).
• On‑call availability required to support 24/7 production needs.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Management

Industries

• Chemical Manufacturing

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