About this role
Manufacturing Operations Manager
You will bring: A bachelor's degree in engineering; chemical engineering is preferred. Process Safety Management (PSM) experience Significant experience in operations, maintenance, or engineering in a manufacturing environment. A strong commitment to occupational safety, process safety, and environmental performance. Proven ability to improve manufacturing performance through problem solving, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across various site and business teams. A collaborative leadership style and the ability to develop people, build strong teams, and create a sense of shared accountability. Experience leading change and implementing improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ability to use operational and business performance measures to establish priorities and drive results. The ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, make sound decisions, and operate successfully in an environment that includes risk and uncertainty.
Safety and environmental leadership Safety is fundamental to this role. You will actively lead and participate in site HSE and process safety programs, including safety audits, job safety analyses, process hazard reviews, pre-startup safety reviews, and incident investigations. You will maintain a strong working knowledge of applicable site environmental standards and regulatory requirements, including air, wastewater, stormwater, hazardous waste, and facility environmental plans. You will also ensure required safety and compliance training is completed and that environmental and safety expectations are incorporated into daily operations.
You can count on us for: A visible operations leadership role with meaningful influence over people, manufacturing performance, continuous improvement, and investment decisions. The opportunity to lead production of Ketaspire® high-performance polymers used in demanding advanced-material applications. Broad collaboration and exposure across operations, engineering, maintenance, R&I, plant support, and business teams. The opportunity to develop supervisors and operations talent while helping shape the culture and performance of the unit. Career development and learning opportunities within a global science and advanced-materials company. An inclusive workplace where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued.
You will get: Competitive salary and benefits package. The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $115,000 to $142,000 per year. Actual compensation is based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate and may ultimately be higher or lower than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role will also include annual bonus and/or other incentives. 16 weeks of maternity, paternity, and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations. Access to training and development resources for all employees. Relocation assistance per policy guidelines. Free well-being sessions supporting physical and psychological health.
About us
Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity. At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.