Senior Plant Operations Manager – Chemical Manufacturing

Actalent; Deer Island (OR); Presencial; USD 79.000 - 113.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Actalent in Deer Island, OR seeks an Operations Manager to serve as the plant's operational leader, overseeing multiple functions and about 35 indirect reports. You will drive safe, reliable production and lead continuous improvement across operations, shipping, maintenance, and admin teams.

The role emphasizes Lean practices, safety culture, strategic partnership with the Plant GM, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize schedules and performance in a heavy industrial chemical setting.

Formación

• 5+ years of management experience in a chemical plant environment.
• Proven experience as a manufacturing people manager.
• Hands-on manufacturing leadership in heavy industrial setting.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and process improvement.
• Strong safety mindset and culture-building capabilities.
• Effective delegation, coaching and performance management skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead day-to-day operations for a significant portion of the plant, including operations, shipping, maintenance, and administrative functions.
• Support the Plant General Manager as a strategic partner with operational insights to improve plant performance.
• Supervise and develop approximately 35 indirect reports, ensuring clear expectations and a safety-focused culture.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency.
• Coordinate and optimize production schedules, shipping, and maintenance plans to meet customer demand and minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with maintenance to prioritize activities ensuring equipment reliability and plant availability.
• Oversee administrative processes supporting operations and ensure accurate reporting.
• Implement lean manufacturing practices to streamline workflows and reduce waste.
• Promote a strong safety culture and address hazards promptly.
• Lead cross-functional projects to improve processes and support plant initiatives.

Conocimientos

People management

Operations management

Lean manufacturing

Safety leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Project leadership

Planning & scheduling

Team development

Educación

Formal management training

Descripción del empleo

Actalent in Deer Island, OR seeks an Operations Manager to serve as the plant's operational leader, overseeing multiple functions and about 35 indirect reports. You will drive safe, reliable production and lead continuous improvement across operations, shipping, maintenance, and admin teams.

The role emphasizes Lean practices, safety culture, strategic partnership with the Plant GM, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize schedules and performance in a heavy industrial chemical setting.