Senior Production Lead - Chemical Plant Ops

Firman Solutions; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Firman Solutions in Mobile, AL, is seeking aProduction Manager capable of overseeing the 100 and 200 unit lines, driving safe, efficient, and on-time production. You will collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, quality, HES, logistics and plant management to meet production and plant goals while leading a culture of continuous improvement and strong PSM practices.

The role requires strong leadership, deep technical knowledge in chemical/mechanical processes, and hands-on ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering is preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in a chemical or petrochemical plant.
• Experience with hazardous chemical processes.
• Leadership or management experience, including leading teams without direct supervision.
• Strong knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM), including PHA and MOC.
• Experience with continuous improvement, incident investigations, and root-cause analysis.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.
• Ability to work in a chemical plant, climb ladders, and work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production and ensure orders meet demand and schedule.
• Manage labor utilization and minimize overtime.
• Provide safety leadership and ensure compliance with plant procedures.
• Lead training and development of operators and supervisors.
• Monitor KPIs, quality, yield, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure preventive maintenance and shutdown activities are completed on schedule.
• Manage raw material and finished goods inventory.
• Maintain accurate production records and inventory data in Oracle.
• Develop and update operating procedures and ensure ISO compliance.
• Support capital planning, process improvements, and root-cause investigations.
• Troubleshoot production and quality issues as needed, including off-hours support.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Firman Solutions in Mobile, AL, is seeking aProduction Manager capable of overseeing the 100 and 200 unit lines, driving safe, efficient, and on-time production. You will collaborate with engineering, operations, maintenance, quality, HES, logistics and plant management to meet production and plant goals while leading a culture of continuous improvement and strong PSM practices.

The role requires strong leadership, deep technical knowledge in chemical/mechanical processes, and hands-on ability