Senior Plant Operations Manager

Corbion; Blair (NE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Corbion is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the Blair, Nebraska facility. The role oversees day and overnight production, drives Lean process improvements, and manages budgets and KPIs to meet production goals.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and 8+ years of manufacturing leadership, with a proven track record in change management and team development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or similar field required.
• At least 8+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven Lean management experience and cost budgeting skills.
• Experience with change management and plant optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the plant's day and overnight operations and supervise managers and supervisors.
• Direct strategic development and operational direction for lactic acid production and derivatives.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, OSHA, and company policies.
• Oversee budgeting, financial performance, and cost control across the plant.
• Develop and monitor Operations KPIs aligned with business goals.
• Provide coaching, discipline, and performance guidance to the operations team.
• Coordinate hiring, staffing, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives including Lean efforts to boost efficiency.
• Serve on the plant leadership team and collaborate with other departments.

Skills

Leadership

Lean management

Budgeting

Change management

Strategic planning

Coaching & mentoring

Performance management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Corbion is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead the Blair, Nebraska facility. The role oversees day and overnight production, drives Lean process improvements, and manages budgets and KPIs to meet production goals.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and 8+ years of manufacturing leadership, with a proven track record in change management and team development.