Description
production flow
inventory management
lean management
safety culture
budget control
supply chain
The Chemical Operations Manager reports to the Plant Manager and has primary responsibility for planning, directing and coordinating the production activities and resources necessary for manufacturing chemical adhesives in the Houston, TX facility. This position is also responsible for assembling/packaging for consumer use and has a shared responsibility for maintenance.
The Chemical Operations Manager will be responsible for 1st shift production, 3 team lead direct reports, and 40-50 indirect reports. They will also manage daily plant operations to ensure safety, volume, cost, and quality standards are met and ensure adequate resources to meet production schedules and safety procedures are consistently followed or exceeded.
- Champion a zero-defect culture in EHS, quality, and productivity through Operational Discipline (OD)
- Monitor and control departmental spending in alignment with budget
- Serve as backup to the Plant Manager and oversee operational activities as needed
- Lead semi-annual physical inventory process
- Lead daily plant operations with a hands-on approach to meet site goals in quality, SIFOT, customer satisfaction, and production schedules
- Collaborate with Supply Chain to meet SIFOT targets
- Develop and implement efficient production flow strategies
- Participate in weekly Tier 3 meetings and address underperforming KPIs
- Drive continuous improvement in housekeeping and 5S+1 standards
- Promote and coach a quality-first mindset, emphasizing error-proofing, continuous improvement, and team development
- Provide daily support to shift managers and resolve operational issues
- Enforce company policies while coaching and developing production staff
- Apply Lean principles and visual management tools to drive improvements in safety, quality, and productivity
- Review production demands to determine staffing needs and support safety stock levels
- Achieve annual safety goals and maintain a strong safety culture
- Address employee concerns in partnership with HR
Requirements
psm
sap
iso 9001
bs engineering
chemical ops
project mgmt
This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Applicants must have U.S. work authorization that does not now or in the future require H.B. Fuller sponsorship of a work visa to work for H.B. Fuller.
- PSM experience, including high hazard operations
- Demonstrated proficiency in innovation, accountability, performance excellence, change and risk taking, customer focus, and teamwork
- Proven experience as a chemical plant operations manager or similar role
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- 1+ year experience with ISO 9001 or higher quality management system
- Microsoft Office and SAP experience
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- 1+ years of project management experience
- 5+ years of management experience in a manufacturing environment with multiple shifts
- Strong knowledge of inventory control methods and project management techniques
- In-depth knowledge of chemical plant operations and industry regulations
- Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineerinng
- BS degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering
- Leverage knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and cost management
- Own operational health and safety responsibilities and support EHS documentation
- 3+ years of experience with KPI reporting and presentations
Benefits
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location. The salary for this role is $130,000 - $150,000.
In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.
Training + Development
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