Senior Plant Manager, Chemical Manufacturing & Safety

FPC National; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

FPC National in Spartanburg, SC is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee all aspects of a large-scale chemical manufacturing facility. You will lead operations, drive safety, and build a high-performing team focused on reliability and cost-effective production.

This role requires a chemical engineering degree, 10+ years of leadership in chemical manufacturing, and a track record with Lean, 5S, PSM, and capital project management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience in chemical manufacturing.
• Proven experience leading managers, technical teams, and hourly employees.
• Strong knowledge of PSM, process safety, and environmental compliance.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement.
• Background managing capital projects, budgets, and plant performance.
• Strong leadership, financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient production.
• Lead a team of approximately 190 employees, including management and technical teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and operational excellence practices.
• Ensure OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM), environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Manage plant budgets, operating costs, inventory, and capital investment projects.
• Establish performance metrics and use data to improve productivity, quality, and profitability.
• Lead equipment upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and new product scale-up initiatives.
• Develop and mentor employees while building a strong culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Lean Manufacturing

5S

PSM

Budget management

Data analytics

Problem solving

Team development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

FPC National in Spartanburg, SC is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee all aspects of a large-scale chemical manufacturing facility. You will lead operations, drive safety, and build a high-performing team focused on reliability and cost-effective production.

This role requires a chemical engineering degree, 10+ years of leadership in chemical manufacturing, and a track record with Lean, 5S, PSM, and capital project management.