Chemical Manufacturing Manager

Ecolab•Philadelphia, PA

4d•$120,500 - $180,700

About The Position

Ecolab is seeking a Chemical Manufacturing Manager to lead the production department responsible for manufacturing and packaging ion exchange resin products. The manager provides strategic and operational leadership to support a safe, engaged, efficient, and high-performing manufacturing environment. As a member of the site leadership team, the role collaborates across functions to support business growth, continuous improvement, and the site’s future development.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific or engineering discipline.
8 years of manufacturing experience.
6 years of supervisory or people-leadership experience in chemical manufacturing or a related industry.
Green Belt Six Sigma certification.
Knowledge of regulatory and statutory requirements applicable to the chemical manufacturing industry.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ion exchange processing or resin manufacturing.
Experience implementing or working within Total Productive Maintenance or Management systems.
Experience applying 5S and loss-elimination methodologies.
Demonstrated success leading teams and building employee engagement in a manufacturing environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with employees, site leaders, corporate partners, customers, and visitors.
Ability to initiate work, manage competing priorities, and operate independently.

Responsibilities

Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and chemical industry requirements.
Lead, develop, and engage the production team, creating an environment where employees feel valued and connected to site goals.
Oversee the safe, reliable, and cost-effective manufacture and packaging of ion exchange resin products.
Ensure products meet quality specifications, standard cost expectations, production schedules, sales demand, and planned customer shipping dates.
Implement Total Productive Maintenance and Management principles, emphasizing 5S, loss elimination, and continuous improvement.
Identify and deliver productivity improvements that support operational performance and business growth.
Maintain key performance indicators and lead daily production meetings to drive accountability and results.
Collaborate with Research and Development and Engineering to support new product development, process improvements, and product introductions.
Build strong partnerships with department leaders and work across the site to achieve shared business objectives.
Contribute to site strategic planning and long-term development as a member of the site leadership team.