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Role: Operations Manager (Polymer Manufacturing)
Location: Houston, Texas
Salary: $150k
Right to Work Status: This role is unable to sponsor visa applications; candidates must already hold authorization to work in the United States.
Smart4Chemicals is seeking to recruit an Operations Manager for a leading global chemical polymer manufacturer, based in Houston, Texas.
As an Operations Manager, you will provide leadership and direction to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient production operations across the site. You will drive performance through strong technical oversight, team development, and continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage daily plant operations to meet safety, quality, and production targets.
• Oversee production performance, reliability, and efficiency within a polymer chemical manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate closely with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to resolve operational issues and drive process improvements.
• Develop and manage budgets, operating plans, and KPIs to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Implement best practices in safety, reliability, and process optimization.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing operations team aligned with company objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare regular reports on plant performance and key operational metrics.
Key Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (required).
• 7 years of experience in polymer or chemical manufacturing operations, including supervisory or management roles.
• Proven track record of leading plant operations and driving performance improvements.
• Strong understanding of process safety, environmental compliance, and quality systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and manage complex manufacturing systems.
Salary : $135,000 - $150,000