Site Operations Leader

ESI • Fremont, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials. We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

The Site Operations Leader is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and strategic direction of a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations while driving continuous improvement in productivity, quality, and delivery. The ideal candidate brings strong operational leadership, deep manufacturing expertise, and the ability to develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced production environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, including plant or site leadership experience
• Proven success in managing high-volume production operations
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chain, and operational best practices
• Demonstrated experience driving continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
• Experience managing large, cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
• Financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and capital planning
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

Nice To Haves

• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing analytics tools
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations (depending on sector)
• Track record of improving plant performance and scaling operations
• Experience in Batch Chemical Manufacturing Environment

Responsibilities

• Lead all day-to-day plant operations, including EHS, production, maintenance, quality, engineering, and logistics.
• Drive operational excellence in a high-volume manufacturing environment, ensuring throughput, efficiency, and consistency.
• Establish and maintain a culture of safety, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Deliver on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, quality, cost, delivery, and employee engagement.
• Develop and execute site-level strategies aligned with company objectives and growth plans.
• Optimize production processes, capacity planning, and resource allocation to meet customer demand.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
• Ensure high standards of product quality and adherence to regulatory and customer requirements.
• Lead capital investment planning, equipment upgrades, and facility improvements.
• Foster strong cross-functional collaboration with supply chain, engineering, finance, and corporate leadership.
• Drive accountability and performance through data-driven decision-making and robust reporting systems.

Benefits

• competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance-related bonus plan)
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness Program
• PTO/Holidays
• 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match
• paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement
• opportunities for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager