Refining Operations Manager

Hoover & Strong, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 23 days

401k with Profit Sharing

Medical and Dental

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Bonuses

Casual environment

Job summary

Hoover & Strong, Inc. is seeking a Refining Manager to lead our Refining division, drive production goals, and mentor a 6+ person team.

The role focuses on standardizing product specs, improving processes, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment while coordinating with customers and vendors. The successful candidate will have an Associate’s degree and 2+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, with strong communication and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited university is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Operations or Chemistry preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years production leadership experience in manufacturing or plant settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication, collaboration and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and basic mechanical/electrical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee refining operations, monitor delivery times and coordinat staff.
• Review refining lots, prepare reports, and manage paperwork and inventories.
• Build relationships with clients, internal lines and external vendors; resolve questions.
• Collaborate with President on production goals, scheduling and quality.
• Lead continuous improvement through SOPs, training, and cost-efficiency Initiatives.
• Supervise safety, environmental and quality work; conduct daily huddles.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Analytical reporting

Mechanical knowledge

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hoover & Strong, Inc. is seeking a Refining Manager to lead our Refining division, drive production goals, and mentor a 6+ person team.

The role focuses on standardizing product specs, improving processes, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment while coordinating with customers and vendors. The successful candidate will have an Associate’s degree and 2+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, with strong communication and MS Office skills.