What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager position at Calumet?
Who are we?
At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud!
Your Purpose
As Plant Manager, you’ll lead all aspects of plant performance, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. You’ll manage operations through a strong leadership team and foster a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Required:
At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud!
Your Purpose
As Plant Manager, you’ll lead all aspects of plant performance, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. You’ll manage operations through a strong leadership team and foster a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure safe and efficient plant operations
- Oversee daily manufacturing activities
- Lead a team of 7 direct reports across production, quality, materials, maintenance, packaging, and shipping
- Maintain compliance with HSE and ISO standards
- Analyze and report on production performance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Collaborate on preventative maintenance programs
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field
- 5 years of management experience in manufacturing
- 3 years as a Plant Manager with full operational control
- Experience with Lean Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing
- Familiarity with batch blending, liquid transfer, and packaging operations
- Experience in lubricant, grease, and/or fuel blending and packaging
- Strong business acumen and strategic partnership skills
- Clear and effective communication
- Results-driven with attention to detail
- High emotional maturity and integrity
- Skilled in decision-making, problem-solving, and influencing others
- Passionate about teamwork and collaboration
- Demonstrates Calumet’s core values and leadership principles
- A dynamic, high-performance environment
- Opportunities to lead and innovate
- A culture that values ownership, excellence, and customer passion
- Occasional domestic travel