Senior Plant Operations Supervisor (Chemical)

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation

Benefits

Work-Life Flexibility

Training & Development

Diversity

Job summary

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH in Charleston, SC, seeks a senior Operations leader to direct daily production and oversee performance across multiple units. You will manage staffing, coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, Quality and other support functions to maximize plant reliability and customer service.

Responsibilities include establishing priorities, ensuring safe operating standards, coaching the Operations team, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while meeting

Qualifications

• 15+ years in chemical manufacturing with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Requires Bachelor's in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in safety-critical, regulated environments (OSHA PSM).
• Proven ability to lead, coach, develop high-performing operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily execution and performance of Operations.
• Coordinate across Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, Quality and other functions.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Own and monitor key operational performance indicators.
• Manage staffing, training, and succession planning.

Skills

Leadership experience

Chemical engineering

Safety compliance

Production planning

Cross-functional coordination

Data analysis

Operational excellence

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH in Charleston, SC, seeks a senior Operations leader to direct daily production and oversee performance across multiple units. You will manage staffing, coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Reliability, Quality and other support functions to maximize plant reliability and customer service.

Responsibilities include establishing priorities, ensuring safe operating standards, coaching the Operations team, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while meeting