Operations Manager
Operations Manager
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Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for waterintensive industries including consumer industrial institutional food and beverage and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity the companys product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries process aids functional additives and cleaners and disinfectants as well as stateoftheart monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies enhance product quality protect plant assets minimize environmental impact and create cleaner and safer environments.
Headquartered in Wilmington Delaware the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis please visit .
The Operations Manager reports to the Plant Manager and is responsible for the following:
Serve as a role model and advocate for OSHA PSM regulations and compliance with EPA DOT and City of Chicopee standards.
Collaborate closely with the production planning department.
Supervise hourly team members across manufacturing operations maintenance and shipping & receiving to ensure safe and highquality production.
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Provide coaching and oversee employee training and development.
Evaluate team performance monitor progress and align departmental objectives with overall Solenis goals.
Communicate and ensure adherence to all plant policies and procedures; maintain accurate records.
Address and help resolve employee concerns or workplace issues.
Lead investigations into production or quality issues and implement corrective actions.
Support the Plant Manager in reconciling monthly expenditures with accounting.
Ensure capital projects align with operational and workforce needs.
Develop lead and execute plans for continuous improvement in EHS productivity and growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure departmental performance in areas including Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Responsible Care and ISO 9001:2015 certification.
Provide direct supervision to the department team including managing performance and delivering feedback.
Oversee cost management and identify opportunities for efficiency and cost reduction to meet or exceed budget targets.
Own departmental customer satisfaction metrics ensuring improvements in ontimeinfull performance and resolving complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Promote and support a culture of innovation and continuous growth.
Assist the Plant Manager with overall site performance responsibilities.
Lead or facilitate department participation in capital project implementation.
Oversee the departmental training program and strategic development initiatives.
Required Skills:
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering or another applicable technical field
- 5 years experience of chemical operations in a manufacturing environment
- Must have knowledge of manufacturing operations and equipment usage.
- Must possess good written and oral communication skills and be able to work with all levels of management.
- Must provide development coaching and counseling to employees
- Proven leadership experience
- Computer skills including SAP or similar program highly preferred
- Knowledge of safe work practices environmental and safety rules and regulations
- Must be detailed oriented and able to multitask in a fastpaced environment
- Ability to effectively interact with R&D and plant personnel Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and internal functional groups & teams
- Basic skills in English (writing and speaking)
- Capacity and willingness to both lead a team and be a team member as an individual contributor
- Capable of performing job functions & responsibilities with minimal oversite by the Plant Manager
Preferred Requirements:
- 7 years supervisory experience of operations in a chemical manufacturing environment
- Training and black belt leadership experience in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
- Experience with developing and managing an annual budget
- Automation expertise including PLCs and DCS systems
- Prior work experience within a union environment
- Prior work experience in a chemical operations environment under Process Safety Management and/or Responsible Care programs
We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what weve identified and you think you can bring value to the role wed love to learn more about you.
At Solenis we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation comprehensive benefits which include medical dental vision & 401K and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So if you are interested in working for a worldclass company and enjoy solving complex challenges whether in the lab or the field consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
