Area Manager - Automotive Adhesives & Fluids

DuPont•Midland, MI

About The Position

DuPont is seeking a hands-on Area Manager to serve as the primary operational leader of its Automotive Adhesives & Fluids unit in Midland. The position is a key member of the site leadership team and helps translate business strategy into day-to-day plant-floor execution. The manager leads approximately 75 employees in a high-hazard manufacturing environment, with responsibility for safety, quality, cost, delivery, operational performance, and workforce development. The role partners across Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Commercial, R&D, Technical, and Labor Relations teams. It also leads continuous improvement, compliance, incident investigations, audits, contractor management, and emergency preparedness. DuPont describes a comprehensive pay and benefits package; further details are available on its Compensation and Benefits page.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
Experience in a high-hazard or PSM environment.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and tactical levels.

Nice To Haves

Chemical manufacturing experience.
Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
Lean or Operational Excellence experience.
Background in quality systems.

Responsibilities

Own production performance across safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
Lead daily operations, anticipate risks and constraints, and reinforce operational discipline and accountability.
Drive continuous improvement using data and KPIs to deliver measurable results.
Ensure compliance with DuPont standards, Process Safety Management (PSM), OSHA, and environmental regulations.
Lead incident investigations to identify root causes and ensure full closure.
Promote a proactive safety culture and serve as a visible leader in Environmental, Health & Safety.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 75 employees; support engagement, capability-building, and succession planning.
Build an inclusive work environment grounded in DuPont’s core values.
Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain, and collaborate with Commercial, R&D, and Technical teams.
Work with Labor Relations to support a strong and united organization.
Translate business strategy into day-to-day execution plans.
Own audits, contractor management, and emergency preparedness.