Senior Operations Manager (Projects)
The Senior Operations Manager (Projects) at our Allen Chemical Plant plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of our operations. This leader will drive innovation through capital projects, enhance safety and compliance, and lead cross-functional initiatives that improve efficiency and sustainability. This position is also being considered as a key succession plan for the Plant Manager role, offering long-term growth and leadership development opportunities within Milliken.
The work schedule for this role is Monday Friday, 1st shift; however, on occasion you may be required to work additional hours.
Job Responsibilities :
- Manage plant projects portfolio.
- Lead and coordinate plant projects and feasibility studies.
- Support safety (PSM, etc.), regulatory compliance, and OSHA VPP Star requirements.
- Support daily operations as backup or reinforcement for specific technical challenges or audits.
- Maintain financial control of the department operation with an established budget.
- Coach direct reports on interpersonal communications, team development, individual leadership development, and disciplinary actions.
- Ensure safety process participation of department associates.
- Conduct staff meetings as needed to communicate department or plant issues.
- Review the resource requirements of the Department to ensure effective technical and production coverage.
- Recruit, interview, hire, and educate Management Trainees for the continued growth of the technical function.
- Perform other duties within the scope of this function as required by management.
Qualifications :
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering.8+ years of chemical manufacturing or comparable experience.Strong knowledge of process safety management, environmental compliance, and project management processes.Proven leadership, people management, and project management experience.This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship for a work visa.Preferred Skills and Competencies :
Professional project training or certification such as PMP.Compelling leadership; a hands-on, lead-by-example leader, with experience in developing people.A thoughtful communication style : must be a good listener with the sensitivity to learn quickly and respect completely the culture of the facility and company.Knowledge of the commonly used process control system.Self-direction and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.ADA Physical Requirements :
Sitting : Ability to sit down at least 50% of the day.Standing : Ability to stand while working at least 50% of the day.Moving : Ability to move throughout the plant at least 25% of the day.Lifting : Ability to lift to at least 35 lbs. without assistance 10% of the day.Ascending / Descending : Ability to walk upstairs or use ladders at some frequency 10% of the day.Bending : Ability to bend or stoop 10% of the day.Visual Acuity : Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens as required.Cognitive : Ability to make decisions, reason & understand information as required.