Operations Manager

Operations ManagerCroda is a FTSE100 organization driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Livesâ„¢. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilize new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for an Operations Manager to join our Operations Team for our Atlas Point location. As a business, it is important to us that we find the best person for the job and that you have the best opportunity to succeed in the role. The successful candidate should have experience successfully leading union and non-union teams, have effective communication skills, and be understanding of situational changes. Needs to set standards and hold accountability to commitments. The candidate must have demonstrated competency of working in a manufacturing environment and adhering to safety and environmental practices. The customer is of utmost importance and the ability to adapt and meet short term requests will be needed.As part of site leadership, this is a highly visible role reporting to the Site Director. The role oversees 100+ people of various disciplines including, managers, engineers, shift team leaders, and a union workforce.Successful candidates will be self-motivated and helping create the path forward. This person needs to have their own ideas and help with creating the vision for the site. Ability to provide leadership to team by performing the following: leading organizational change; developing, creating relationships, and putting staff in a position to succeedWhat You'll Be Doing:Key Duties•Oversees and manages day to day operations of a batch facility. Includes helping set and achieve future goals and activities of the facility.•Ensure batch plant strategy supports overall operations and business strategy to achieve financial goals of Croda Inc including a 5-year area strategy plan married with capital and resource plans•Deliver efficient, high quality plant operation supporting of business requirements. •Meet complex production schedule to ensure business inventory targets are met and on-time delivery to customers is > 95%•Ensure cost effective operation driving for lowest unit cost. Drive continuous improvement tools through site teams. Establish and own operating budget•Compliance with all environmental permits, health, and safety regulations•Compliance with corporate and site-specific policies and rules•Continuous improvement of systems to achieve an injury free workplace and a high standard of housekeeping and organization•Compliance with PSM requirements. Completion of hazard studies and action follow-up to ensure highest standards are achieved•Ensure product quality is in compliance with Company goals and objectives and also ISOGMP regulations•Ensure implementation of new products and processes to ensure best utilization of resources available•Work towards sustainability goals in batch area. Help define energy and waste stream reductions.•Support sustainability projects•Drive and embed a sustainability culture within the organization•Own and execute all sustainability targets to improve (climate, land, and people)•People management and development - goals and objectives, performance management, development reviews•Works cross functionally with Demand Planning, Procurement, Maintenance and QCQA to achieve production schedule.•Ability to inspire and implement change•Work with Union on area opportunities•Proactively drive site culture to achieve safe and efficient performanceWhat We are Looking For: Education: •BS degree in Chemical Engineering preferred or mechanicalelectrical engineering•Stable Ops - Preferred•Lean Six Sigma - PreferredCommunication Skills:•Must have oral & written proficiency in the English language•Strong interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills•Work with union personal and contract understandingComputer Skills:•Computer literacy (Proficient in MS Office)•ASPEN•DCS and PLC understandingOther Skills:•Ability to inspire and implement change•Track record of successful team leadership•Commercially astute•Organizes, focuses, and prioritizes wellPhysical Demands:•Able to walk, stand and sit for a minimum of 8 hours per day•Required to move throughout production areas on uneven surfaces, climb stairs and ladders•Able to lift a minimum of 50 poundsDon't meet all the qualifications? We still encourage you to apply!At Croda, we believe diverse perspectives and unique experiences drive innovation and strengthen our team.What We Offer:Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:•Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately.•Generous PTO•401K Match•Wellness Reimbursement•Parental Leave •Career Development•Company paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance•Short- and long-term disability•Paid Holidays•And more!Additional InformationThis is an onsite position at our Atlas Point Site in New Castle, DE.If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs. Equal Opportunity EmployerDisabilityVeterans. This Organization Participates in E-Verify

Created: 2025-02-28