Plant Manager — Chemistry Ops & Continuous Improvement

Mayzo Inc.

Walterboro (SC)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Mayzo Operations Center in Walterboro, SC seeks an experienced Plant Manager to lead the overall performance of our manufacturing facility, overseeing production, safety, quality, maintenance, inventory, shipping and receiving, and employee development. This hands-on leadership role drives operational excellence while ensuring compliance with customer requirements and regulatory guidelines.

You will build a culture of accountability, coach supervisors, manage the plant budget, and partner with

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, or a technical field.
15+ years of business and team management experience in chemicals or related industry.
10+ years of experience in supply chain management, operations, and/or product management.
Experience with ERP systems, inventory control, warehousing, logistics, and procurement.
Proven ability to lead teams, solve complex operational problems, and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations to achieve production goals, quality standards, and customer delivery expectations.
Monitor production schedules and coordinate labor, equipment, and other resources to optimize workflow and efficiency.
Build a strong safety culture and maintain OSHA and regulatory compliance.
Lead investigations involving safety incidents, quality concerns, equipment failures, and corrective actions.
Ensure ISO standards and customer specifications are met.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, cost reduction, and efficiency.
Analyze plant performance metrics including safety, quality, productivity, and financial results.
Develop and coach supervisors and plant employees with clear expectations and feedback.
Oversee preventive maintenance and ensure equipment supports safe, reliable operations.
Partner with Supply Chain, Customer Service, Sales, and Procurement to support inventory and on-time shipments.
Develop and manage the plant operating budget and identify cost-saving opportunities.
Support new product introductions and process improvements.