Plant Manager I: Lead Safe, Efficient Operations

Chemtrade; Catawba (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Chemtrade in Catawba, SC is hiring a Plant Manager I to lead all facility operations, ensuring safe production, environmental compliance, and customer satisfaction. You will oversee manufacturing, maintenance, quality, EHS, and engineering teams, manage CAPEX, and drive cost-effective improvements.

The role reports to the Regional Manager and offers a base salary in the US base range with bonus and benefits. Full-time, on-site position with travel within the region as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in a related management position preferred.

Responsibilities

• Actively manage the site’s day to day activities in the production of safe, quality products.
• Provides motivation, guidance and direction in all plant activities.
• Approves spending and other actions
• Assures product quality meets customers’ requirements
• Assures product deliveries meets customers’ requirements
• Drives continuous improvement in all aspects of the site operations.
• Interface with Chemtrade and other personnel regarding safety, EHS audits and addressing EHS issues.
• Serve as the management representative for the site’s Responsible Care program.
• Ensure timely reporting, investigation, and corrective action for EHS incidents.
• Ensure timely closure of IMS action items.
• Assure site compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of site specific safety and maintenance procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Independent initiative

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Chemtrade in Catawba, SC is hiring a Plant Manager I to lead all facility operations, ensuring safe production, environmental compliance, and customer satisfaction. You will oversee manufacturing, maintenance, quality, EHS, and engineering teams, manage CAPEX, and drive cost-effective improvements.

The role reports to the Regional Manager and offers a base salary in the US base range with bonus and benefits. Full-time, on-site position with travel within the region as needed.