Operations Integrity & Performance Director

Calumet

About The Position

At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud! Lead the charge in operational excellence. Drive safety, reliability, and efficiency across the organization. Calumet is seeking an experienced Operations Integrity & Performance Director to spearhead strategic initiatives that enhance safety, sustainability, and operational discipline. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on building capability, closing performance gaps, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
15+ years in refining or petrochemical operations, including 5+ years in operations leadership.
Strong knowledge of refining processes, HSE and process safety standards, and regulatory compliance.
Familiarity with turnaround planning, refining economics, and operational excellence frameworks (OEMS, Lean Six Sigma).
Proven ability to lead transformation initiatives and leverage digital tools and analytics.
Strategic leadership and change management.
Advanced operational risk management expertise.
Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent communication and facilitation skills.
Ability to influence without authority and build cross-functional alignment.

Responsibilities

Define and implement operational discipline strategies aligned with corporate goals.
Lead cross-functional teams to improve production efficiency, asset reliability, and safety performance.
Mentor site operations leaders and build organizational capability through training and education.
Champion a culture of vigilance, risk awareness, and continuous improvement.
Support compliance with safety regulations and internal standards; guide teams in mitigating high-consequence risks.
Drive initiatives to reduce downtime, optimize energy usage, and improve throughput.
Provide leadership for turnaround planning and execution to minimize disruption and maximize value.
Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance operational efficiency and reliability.
Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, HSE, and commercial teams to align initiatives.
Communicate progress and impact of operational excellence programs to executive leadership.