Operations Superintendent

Epsilyte is seeking an Operations Superintendent for its EPS production facility in Peru, Illinois. The Operations Superintendent is the front-line operations leader of the site and is responsible for the safe and compliant execution of the production plan 24/7/365. The Operations Superintendent leads the facility’s front-line operations staff of approximately 40 employees, including front-line supervisors. The Operations Superintendent is an advocate for the front-line staff and is the primary liaison with day support staff, setting support priorities to ensure day-to-day goals are achieved. This is a high-visibility role within the Peru organization. The Operations Superintendent is a member of the Site Leadership Team.

Position Duties/Responsibilities:

• Meet operational safety, compliance, reliability, production, and cost commitments.
• Ensure teams are executing the facility’s production plan in accordance with existing policies and procedures related to personal safety, process safety, and compliance
• Ensure incidents and near misses are reported promptly and investigated appropriately
• Oversee execution of the daily and monthly production plan for multiple departments and shifts
• Identify operational barriers and partner with site support staff from multiple departments to resolve
• Ensure that product quality commitments and customer needs are met
• Be a steward of Epsilyte’s financial resources, monitoring operating costs and making sound spending decisions
• Development of front-line supervisors and staff
• Develop high-performing operations employees and teams
• Create and utilize business metrics to drive action and improvement
• Encourage innovation and personal growth among staff
• Make decisions related to talent management, including selection, performance, positive recognition, and discipline when necessary
• Support continuous business improvement
• Identify and drive operating improvements to minimize waste, improve safety & compliance, and maximize reliable production
• Participate in the Site Leadership Team
• Own the positive culture of the site and team
• Communicate site-wide priorities, results, and initiatives within your team
• Participate in capital planning efforts
• Support development and execution of strategic business plans

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university is preferred, but not required
• 8+ years of operations or manufacturing experience, with 3 or more years of experience leading and developing a team in a chemical manufacturing or similar setting
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software
• Experience working in a union environment and/or in a facility regulated by OSHA’s Process Safety Management standard are a plus

Key Attributes:

• Devoted commitment to safety and compliance - safety is Epsilyte’s top priority
• High integrity and courage
• Proven leadership skills, including the ability to drive change
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage time and resources
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Drive and sense of urgency to improve
• Potential to develop into a Site Manager candidate in the future

Reports to: Site Manager (located in Peru, Illinois)

About Epsilyte:

Epsilyte LLC is one of North America’s leading producers of expandable polystyrene resin (EPS). We are a rapidly growing company of scale focused on solving customer needs for efficient, high R-value EPS. This includes reducing energy usage in buildings, ensuring safe and healthy food through innovative packaging technology, and participating in infrastructure investment both in the United States and abroad. Our vision is to improve society through our high value, insulative products in a responsible and sustainable manner. We are headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas with manufacturing operations in Illinois, Ohio, and Montreal, Quebec. For more information, please visit www.Epsilyte.com.

About Peru, Illinois:

Peru is located in north central Illinois near the crossroads of Interstate 80 and Interstate 39, alongside the Illinois River, close to Starved Rock State Park, and 90 miles southwest of downtown Chicago. Known as the Illinois Valley, the local area contains vibrant communities and a high quality of life. Made up of 24 cities and villages in three counties, the area offers ample outdoor activities, a traditional midwestern lifestyle, and access to Chicago and all that it has. The Illinois Valley is defined by a diverse economy, low cost of living, a creative culture, and a well-educated population. For more information, please visit www.ivaced.org