Manufacturing Manager

ICL Group•St. Louis, MO

1d•$92,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

As the Manufacturing Manager, you will provide leadership to the manufacturing team to achieve operating plans through effective people development, cost management, and continuous improvement. You will ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations while meeting business commitments. You will support EHS objectives, maintain regulatory and food safety compliance (cGMP), and foster positive employee, union, and community relationships.

Requirements

10+ years of manufacturing experience, including supervisory responsibility for production, maintenance, safety, and financial results
Bachelors degree in Engineering or a closely related technical field
Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to work effectively across all levels of the organization and deliver clear work instructions.
Solid financial acumen with experience analyzing cost reports, identifying trends, and developing and managing budgets and forecasts.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to use data and ERP systems to drive process improvement (SAP preferred).
Proven track record of identifying and implementing process and operational improvements.
Effective leader with demonstrated change management experience; able to influence others and lead cross-functional teams.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate effectively with teams, and consistently deliver results.
Flexible, pragmatic, and comfortable operating in ambiguous or changing environments.
Sound decision-maker, able to act decisively with limited or incomplete information.
Strong knowledge of continuous and batch manufacturing processes, chemical unit operations, and process equipment.
Strong computer proficiency, with experience using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and statistical analysis tools.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience in a union environment
Experience in multi-unit processing plants preferred
Knowledge of phosphates/phosphate chemistry a plus
Demonstrated experience with ISO 9000, ISO 14000, FSSC 22000, and food cGMP a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, food safety, and cGMP requirements
Maintain a safe, substance-free workplace and manage site emergencies
Ensure required employee training compliance
Serve as a key member of the Food Safety Team
Lead by example and drive accountability for results
Recruit, develop, coach, and retain talent; support performance management and salary planning
Set clear expectations, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, and recognize performance
Promote teamwork, employee engagement, and a positive union–management relationship
Encourage open communication and employee input
Meet production and shipping commitments
Improve overall equipment effectiveness, efficiency, and asset protection
Align production, maintenance, utilities, and logistics activities
Support capital projects, plant improvements, and long-range planning
Manage product portfolio changes and back up the Plant Manager as needed
Develop and manage budgets; control fixed costs
Identify and execute cost reduction and efficiency initiatives
Align capital investments with cost improvement opportunities
Analyze budget variances and provide contingency planning
Partner with procurement to drive cost savings
Ensure alignment with corporate objectives
Communicate plant capabilities and respond to customer needs
Evaluate and implement new product or process opportunities
Interface with Sales and Technical Services teams

Benefits

Competitive base pay and performance bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire.
Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost
Inclusive benefits for growing families, covering fertility, adoption, and parental leave
Generous Leave and FMLA policies
Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable)
Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products)
401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service
Crisis assistance available to support employees during unforeseen circumstances
Employee Assistance Program that includes comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Student Loan Assistance
Business travel reward points are eligible for personal use
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation
Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more