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Operations Manager

allnex
Kalamazoo, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 10/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026
Why are we proud of what we do at allnex? We create coatings, products which help protect the world for all nex>t generations – and that’s exactly what you can do joining us!

Imagine how fast your smartphone would become scratched-up, ugly and unusable without a coating. Or an e-bike, the cabin of a train, a beautiful wooden floor, and countless other things in life.

Making objects and their surfaces more attractive and longer-lasting means making them more sustainable, and that’s a huge part of what working at allnex is about. No matter which role you step into, you’ll become part of a global team of passionate people who care deeply about the chemistry, quality, and global impact of coatings.

You’ll also join a highly multicultural and diverse team of more than 4,000 employees in four regions who – as part of one of the world’s leading coating resins companies – serve customers in over 100 countries across the globe.

Click here to see why we are proud of what we do in allnex!

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Position Overview

Join allnex and play a key role in leading safe, efficient, and high-performing manufacturing operations. In this position, you will oversee daily production activities, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, delivery, and operational excellence are achieved while supporting the needs of our customers and the business.

As a people leader, you will foster a positive and engaged work environment by developing talent, promoting accountability, and championing a strong culture of safety and teamwork. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, driving process improvements, and making a meaningful impact on plant performance and employee success.

Ready to make an impact? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join allnex!

Responsibilities

  • Leads daily Manufacturing activities to safely achieve production, quality, delivery, and cost objectives while maintaining compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements.
  • Provides Leadership, Direction, and Development for Operations employees by establishing objectives and executing performance management activities.
  • Supports Process Safety Management through participation in Management of Change processes and ensuring operating discipline throughout the manufacturing organization.
  • Aligns with Maintenance personnel to prioritize repair activities and ensure the safe handover of equipment through activities such as work permit authorization and lockout tagout.
  • Drives Continuous Improvement through tools such as six sigma, lean, and other operational excellence methodologies.
  • Supports Quality Management System efforts through ownership of detailed operating procedures, execution of corrective actions, and participation in internal audit programs.
  • Collaborates with Planning personnel to optimize production schedules, manage manufacturing capacity, and align resources to meet customer demand and inventory targets.
  • Manages departmental Operating Costs through ownership of annual operating plans, material usage variance reduction, and productivity improvement initiatives.
  • Creates a positive employee engagement Culture through effective communication, teamwork, accountability, and recognition while maintaining a respectful workplace environment.
  • Ensures all personal activities adhere to Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) Standards and demonstrates Visible Safety Leadership through regular Plant walkthroughs.

Required Skills And Experience

  • 5-7 years of experience in a Manufacturing Environment – preferably in a pharmaceutical or chemical plants.
  • Detailed, results oriented, and able to thrive in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and develop plans to execute to satisfy daily operational needs while maintaining focus on longer-term strategic needs.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative environment, but willing to take a hands-on approach.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering is strongly preferred.
  • High level of proficiency in computer applications including, but not limited to Microsoft Office, SAP, LIMS, PI, BI, DCS/PLCs, etc.

We offer

We are proud to offer an international working experience with a tight-knit network of employees, making it easy to connect and learn from people all across our different functions. On top of that we are a truly innovative company with a strong team spirit, openness to new ideas, and great opportunities to grow and develop your career.

Equal Employment Opportunity

allnex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an environment where all colleagues contribute for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our communities.

Find out how you can make an impact!

Check out our careers page for available opportunities. We look forward to hearing from you.

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