Operations Manager

ALTIVIA•La Porte, TX

28d•Onsite

About The Position

daily supervision of the LaPorte site production units resulting in safe and efficient operation, while producing on quality product, in a timely cost-efficient manner.

Requirements

A Technical bachelor’s degree is required (Mechanical, Chemical or Electrical Engineering preferred)
Minimum of 10 years of chemical plant manufacturing experience required, including supervision of production, engineering, and maintenance personnel.
Project Management supervision, including start up and commissioning efforts for new processes and new equipment.
In-depth understanding of chemical plant operations is required.
Direct experience with PSM/RMP covered processes is required, including participation in Process Hazard Analyses, Management of Change and Pre-Startup Safety Reviews.
Advanced experience in management skills including selection and supervision of high quality outside services.
Strong interpersonal leadership skills
Strong verbal and written communication abilities
Demonstrated history of critical thinking and problem solving
MS Office Suite applications.
Enterprise resource planning / computerized maintenance management system platforms (SAP, Oracle, Chempax, Maximo, etc)
Experience with reading prints, schematics, drawings and repair manuals.

Nice To Haves

Contract negotiation skills are a plus.
Demonstrated record of achieving cost efficiency.

Responsibilities

Operation of assigned production units in compliance with established policies, procedures, permits and regulatory requirements
Meeting or exceeding performance standards of assigned production units including production rate, on-stream time, and raw material efficiency
Meeting or exceeding quality specifications for manufactured products
Prioritization and resolution of manufacturing difficulties (process or mechanical)
Continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, reliability and responsiveness to the customer
Control of working capital and the promotion of inventory control principles
Maintaining records pertinent to unit operations, preparing regular performance reports, communicating throughout the organization, and convening regular meetings with operating personnel
Training of assigned personnel and support of these requirements for outside contractors
Control of finished goods including satisfactory delivery to the customer
Control of period costs
Selection of new personnel, performance appraisals, and disciplinary action
Maintaining a safe and orderly workplace
Personal and professional development of skills