Operations Leader

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Operations Leader

Chemicals

Oklahoma

Position Overview:

The Operations Leader is a safety sensitive position and is a pivotal role that holds accountability for achieving production goals within three plants.

Focusing on safety, efficiency, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness, this position plays a vital role in leading the Operations team to operate the production units safely, effectively, and efficiently. The Ops Leader oversees the operating units, with direct supervision of the Operations Supervisors, ensuring safe, high-quality production, storage, and shipment.

Responsibilities::

Champion safety and environmental stewardship as core values of leadership.

Foster cross-functional relationships to meet departmental goals.

Manage the budget with financial responsibility.

Cultivate positive employee relations, fostering a supportive environment.

Implement robust safety, cost control, reporting, and workforce development programs.

Vigilantly monitor plant operations, taking corrective actions as necessary.

Direct adjustments in plant processes, equipment, procedures, and staffing.

Coordinate the performance of the plants, ensuring synchronization.

Develop operational plans aligned with production goals.

Empower Production Department Supervisors for professional growth.

Cultivate open communication and strong relationships with plant employees.

Demonstrate swift, thoughtful decision-making, guided by sound judgment.

Take initiative, aligning actions with the plans of the Production Manager.

Operate autonomously within a collaborative framework.

Supervise the Shift Supervisors, Day Supervisors, Training Supervisor, and Offsites Day Supervisor.

Design and execute operational plans, including maintenance and skill enhancement.

Required Skills:

* Bachelors in Engineering with 10+ years of supervisory experience in chemical manufacturing or equivalent.

* Proficient in process safety management, emphasizing safety culture and leadership.

* Demonstrate effective leadership abilities.

* Exposure to project management and implementation.

* Possess strong communication skills, both written and spoken, for effective interaction.

* Familiarity with relevant codes, regulations, and standards.

* Successfully complete pre-employment physical and drug screening.

* Attain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential card (TWIC).

TEC Group International is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.