Plant Manager

Hydrite; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical industry is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations and lead strategic initiatives. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership capabilities, with responsibilities including the management of production processes and compliance with all safety and quality standards. This role involves fostering a culture of innovation while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence within the site.

Benefits

Up to 10% Retirement Contribution

$600 per Year Wellness Incentive

Front loaded PTO

Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible from first day of the month following hire date

401k and profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Legal services insurance

Scholarship awards for children of employees

Summer picnic and community giving events

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of chemical production experience.
• Minimum of five years of chemical production management experience.
• Continuous process supervision and 24/7 operations experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance productivity.
• Lead and inspire plant management teams for high performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven decision-making

Continuous improvement

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering field

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

BENEFITS

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
• Front loaded PTO
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

The Plant Manager is a pivotal leader, responsible for overseeing site operations and ensuring the strategic alignment of production activities with Hydrite’s strategic goals. This role demands exceptional leadership, a forward-thinking approach, and a proven ability to manage complex challenges within a manufacturing environment. The Plant Manager is a key driver of operational excellence, workforce development, and innovation.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement long-term operational strategies to enhance productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• Oversee the execution of production schedules, ensuring alignment with company objectives and customer requirements
• Analyze and optimize production processes through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure strict compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all site functions
• Lead, mentor, and inspire plant management teams to achieve high performance and professional growth
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation across the workforce
• Manage the plant’s budget with a focus on cost control, resource allocation, and financial performance
• Drive continuous improvement programs aimed at optimizing operational processes and reducing waste
• Oversee maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and plant uptime
• Develop and oversee Process Engineering activities and personnel to maximize system performance
• Collaborate with Commercial and Project Engineering teams to identify and execute site’s growth projects, capital management, and construction management strategies
• Communicate and present site objectives, activities, metrics, and progress to members of company Sr. Leadership teams.
• Lead site’s Emergency Response Protocols and participate as an Incident Commander or Responder if necessary.
• Participate in training for purposes such as understanding site operations, staying knowledgeable and current on relevant regulations, enhancing leadership skills, or other relevant reasons.
• Participate in or lead Regulatory, Safety, Quality, and Customer audits.

REPORTING STRUCTURE

• This position reports to the Site Director.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering field
• Minimum of ten years of chemical production experience
• Minimum of five years of chemical production management experience
• Continuous process supervision and 24/7 Operations experience
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word, and Excel
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit and/or stand up to 10 hours per
• Ability to climb ladders and stairways up to 30 feet in height up to 10 times
• Ability to lift up to 50 Several times daily.
• Ability to wear a respirator for up to 4 hours a Please refer to the SOP for facial hair guidelines.
• Due to safety concerns, the wearing of contact lenses is

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

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