Operations Manager

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Job Description

Position Summary

The Operations Manager is a member of the site leadership team and has accountability for safety, quality, and productivity of the Operations organization at the Silver Peak site. The Operations Manager will be responsible for leading an organization of approximately 30 personnel. The position requires a range of management and technical skills and a thorough understanding of plant systems, processes, policies, and procedures.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drives compliance to Albemarle Standards, Environmental regulations, MSHA regulations and HSE policies
• Creates and maintains a respectful and inclusive work environment and maintains Albemarle’s core values
• Develops and leads implementation of the strategic direction for Operations
• Provides leadership and direction for the operating areas including daily production execution to plan
• Provides leadership and guidance for meeting cost, yield and quality requirements
• Drives Operational Discipline and Manufacturing Excellence
• Leads the organization to drive incident investigations to root cause and implement corrective actions utilizing the hierarchy of control
• Coaches and develops direct reports and cultivates an atmosphere of learning and development
• Develops and maintains Operations KPIs to drive data-based decision making and improvements
• Drives continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a chemical manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated influential leadership skills
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management
• Strong facilitation and communication skills
• Experience coaching and developing others
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in teams and with individuals at all levels within an organization

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Prior manufacturing experience, including Line Leadership
• Lean Management or Six Sigma Green Belt certification
• Knowledge of HR process, procedures, and policies

Benefits of Joining Albemarle

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits package

• A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.

We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.