Plant Manager

Hydrite • Waterloo, IA

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About The Position

The Plant Manager is a pivotal leader, responsible for overseeing site operations and ensuring the strategic alignment of production activities with Hydrite’s strategic goals. This role demands exceptional leadership, a forward-thinking approach, and a proven ability to manage complex challenges within a manufacturing environment. The Plant Manager is a key driver of operational excellence, workforce development, and innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering field required.
• Minimum of ten years of chemical production experience required.
• Minimum of five years of chemical production management experience required.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word, and Excel required.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to sit and/or stand up to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairways up to 30 feet in height up to 10 times daily.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Several times daily.
• Ability to wear a respirator for up to 4 hours a day. Please refer to the SOP for facial hair guidelines.
• Due to safety concerns, the wearing of contact lenses is prohibited

Nice To Haves

• Continuous process supervision and 24/7 Operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all site functions.
• Develop and implement long-term operational strategies to enhance productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• Oversee the execution of production schedules, ensuring alignment with company objectives and customer requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire plant management teams to achieve high performance and professional growth.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation across the workforce
• Manage the plant’s budget with a focus on cost control, resource allocation, and financial performance.
• Drive data-driven continuous improvement programs aimed at optimizing operational processes and reducing waste.
• Oversee maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and plant uptime.
• Develop and oversee Process Engineering activities and personnel to maximize system performance.
• Collaborate with Commercial and Project Engineering teams to identify and execute site’s growth projects, capital management, and construction management strategies.
• Communicate and present site objectives, activities, metrics, and progress to members of company Sr. Leadership teams.
• Lead site’s Emergency Response Protocols and participate as an Incident Commander or Responder if necessary.
• Participate in training for purposes such as understanding site operations, staying knowledgeable and current on relevant regulations, and enhancing leadership skills.
• Participate in or lead Safety, Regulatory, Quality, and Customer audits.

Benefits

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
• Three Weeks Starting Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.
• Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees