Conversion Operations Leader

The Clorox Company • Rogers, AR

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Conversion Operations Manager plays a critical role in supporting Team Leaders and driving seamless coordination across the plant’s supply chain within the conversion department. Acting as a true manufacturing generalist, this leader ensures daily operational excellence by managing and aligning key priorities across safety, quality, cost control, raw material flow, and customer service. The ideal candidate will champion people development and performance management while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration. This role demands a proactive, solutions-oriented professional who can balance strategic oversight with hands-on operational leadership to keep the department running at peak efficiency.

Requirements

• 4+ years of operations/manufacturing experience, with demonstrated ability to break down complex operations into clear, actionable components.
• 3+ years of supervisory or managerial experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong operational technical background with the ability to understand and troubleshoot basic equipment on the manufacturing floor.
• Proven resolution-oriented thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability in team facilitation, consensus building, and engaging employees at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a strong ability to coach, train, and develop team members.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Power BI and SAP preferred.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, World Class Manufacturing (WCM), or Six Sigma methodologies is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily coordination of the conversion department’s supply chain activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Support Team Leaders with operational decision-making, prioritization, and issue resolution.
• Monitor and reinforce safety protocols to maintain a zero-incident mindset across all shifts.
• Oversee quality performance, ensuring products meet or exceed customer and regulatory standards.
• Track and manage production costs, identifying opportunities for waste reduction and process optimization.
• Coordinate raw material planning, usage, and replenishment to prevent downtime and maintain production flow.
• Collaborate with customer service teams to ensure accurate scheduling, on-time delivery, and strong service levels.
• Provide daily coaching and development for operating team members, fostering skill growth and engagement.
• Conduct performance management activities, including feedback, accountability, and support for continuous improvement.
• Lead or participate in daily production meetings to assess performance, address gaps, and align on priorities.
• Drive root-cause problem solving and corrective actions to improve safety, quality, and operational reliability.

Benefits

• robust health plans
• a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match
• flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location)
• inclusive fertility/adoption benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees