Operations Manager

Convent, Louisiana

The Operations Manager is responsible for the safe, reliable and efficient operation of the plant in order to achieve our business objectives. Provides leadership and coaching to Plant personnel; ensures the plant meets inventory requirements; operates within budget based upon forecasted plant volume demand; meets customer expectations through continual improvement in product and process quality & helps develop personnel to meet/exceed expectations and prepare for career advancement. The Operations Manager supports the monitoring and control of both the plant operating and capital budget.

Safety and Environmental:
Ensures compliance of regulatory and plant safety and environmental requirements with special emphasis on Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance within Operations group.
Participates fully in plant safety initiatives and programs including Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) program.
Ensure that all incidents are reported and appropriately investigated and corrective actions implemented.
Ensure that all department members follow required HES Training, Standards, Policies and Procedures.
Demonstrates commitment to HES through high visibility and actions.
Production:
Coordinates resources to meet short and long term production forecast through participation with Business Team, ensuring goals and commitments are met safely and within budget.
Prepare, monitor and control monthly budget.
Participate in monthly and weekly meetings with Supply Chain and Sales to determine plant production requirements as well as the impact of any changes in the 12 month forecast.
Coordinate Production with planned and unplanned maintenance activities and production turnarounds.
Monitor daily production, shipping activities, product quality and direct adjustments to production and shipping plans as appropriate. Ensure continuous evaluation and implementation of improvements.
Prepare weekly and monthly reports to meet plant and Business requirements.
Drive continuous improvement in our processes.
Department Staff Management:
Direct and lead the members of the Production, Shipping and Receiving groups to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the plant and meet customer deliveries.
Serve as a coach and mentor to the department personnel.
Participates in strategic goal setting for the plant.
Motivate workforce through visibility and direct contact to ensure maximum safety and productivity.
Counsel on performance as appropriate.
Identify skills development and training needs to maintain highly competent workforce.
Assist Plant manager: Serve as a backup to Plant Manager as required. Act as media contact as required.

Required:
BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field with at least 7 years experience in the manufacturing environment.
Previous supervisory experience is required.
5+ years experience in a chemical manufacturing environment required (batch processing experience preferred).
Process Safety Experience (PHA, LOPA, Safety Instrumented Systems)
Root Cause Investigation Experience (TapRoot preferred)
Experience with HES Performance & Compliance, PSM, RMP.