Operations Manager - Chemical and Refinery Plants

Savage•Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Manager position will provide managerial oversight at the Midwest Forming Facility in Chicago, IL. Operations include Sulphur forming, plant operations, and transportation. There will be other opportunities to support the company in varying capacities at times. Occasionally the Operations Manager will be asked to contribute in ways which may include the support of existing Savage operations as well as the development of new ones. These contributions will require interaction with people from all parts the company and in different industries. Additionally, there will be periodic regional meetings that will require attendance as well as periodic company and safety meetings. Travel will be required for any or all of these activities.

Requirements

Experienced manager in chemical, terminal, or refinery-type operations
BS degree
Engineering or Business Management degree/certificate preferred
Experience developing annual business plans and related budgets/staffing plans as wells reviewing, understanding and following up/responding to daily/weekly/monthly financial statements
Ability to lead a team in an industrial setting, effectively balancing Customer, Company and Team Member needs
Understands and is committed to the growth and development of co-workers
Ability to delegate and/or involve others where appropriate (Shared Leadership)
Ability to effectively communicate on several different levels (Customers, Team and other Managers)
Sets tone, motivates and persuades Team Members to follow his/her example in the areas of safety, health and the environment
Ability to interact and work effectively with vendors, always maintaining a high level of integrity
Working knowledge of material handling facilities and equipment including the associated components and maintenance thereof
Working knowledge of computers and related hardware and common business software
Above average spreadsheet and word processing skills
Ability to write in English coherently with proper grammar and tone
Able to see the “big picture”
Understanding of heavy, industrial equipment from an operating and safety perspective
Experience with a computerized maintenance management system
Willing to study and learn new technical skills and techniques

Nice To Haves

knowledge of computer networks and programmable logic controllers a plus

Responsibilities

Operation site leader for the Savage Team Members employed at that site, an example of high integrity and fair treatment of others
Demonstrates a commitment to “zero occurrences” by effectively leading the safety, health and environmental efforts at the operation
Effective utilization of the “Safety Specialist” program as a tool for accomplishing the safety goals of the operation and for developing future leadership
Oversees execution of Savage’s “S7 Delivery System” including prompt resolution of deficiencies and action items
Develops and oversees execution of the site Business Plan including budgeting, projecting and ongoing cost management
Builds and maintains strong customer relationships at multiple levels
Leads Team with the ability to solve problems and make decisions both individually and in a team environment
Oversight, and thorough understanding of, maintenance for fixed and mobile assets, including tracking of maintenance activities in computerized maintenance management software
Ability to manage projects from conception to final commissioning