Plant Operations Manager

2 days ago


Houston, Texas, United States Vibrantz Technologies, Inc. Full time
About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz Technologies, Inc. is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials, dedicated to bringing color, performance, and vibrancy to life. With a presence in over 11,000 customer relationships, our products and technologies serve a wide array of applications, making their way into various consumer products. Our key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science, and color technology position us as a leader in specialty mineral and chemical additives for batteries, electronic components, and construction; pigments for paints and coatings, thermoset plastics, and thermoplastics; and high-performance glass coatings and porcelain enamel solutions.

Job Function

The Multisite Plant Manager will be based out of Houston, TX, and will be responsible for overseeing the overall operations for our 4 Texas sites. This individual will have strong experience driving continuous improvement at manufacturing plants and being a transformational change agent. The successful candidate should possess considerable experience in significant manufacturing improvements, particularly in alignment with broader growth initiatives. This involves demonstrating the ability to establish a highly adaptable and flexible manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities
  • Lead Safety Excellence
  • Establish and maintain safety protocols, ensuring a culture of safety awareness among plant employees.
  • Quality Management
  • Ensure quality management systems are in place and functional, maintaining ISO/QS quality system standards.
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to improve operational efficiency and profitability.
  • Financial Management
  • Develop and manage budgets, monitor, and control expenses to achieve financial targets.
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Coordinate with supply chain and commercial teams to manage inventory levels, supporting production while minimizing excess stock.
  • Capital Expenditures
  • Optimize capital expenditures to sustain operations, drive safety, value, and deliver growth products.
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Promote structured continuous improvement utilizing methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma.
  • People Development
  • Ensure adequate people development plans and capable succession plans are in place.
  • Employee Engagement
  • Promote employee engagement initiatives to increase employee satisfaction.
  • Productivity and Efficiency
  • Manage productivity and efficiencies using metrics and continuous improvement protocol.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree
  • 10+ years of chemicals or materials industry experience in a manufacturing leadership position with at least 5 years in a multisite role
  • Demonstrated success in developing and executing manufacturing strategies and optimizing operations to achieve cost reductions and productivity gains
  • Conduct performance evaluations to maximize team effectiveness
  • Participate in HR processes related to team selection, promotion, or compensation
  • Knowledge of computers, inventory systems, quality systems, OSHA & EPA requirements, and ERP
  • P&L responsibility experience
Preferred Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or a related discipline
  • Lean Six Sigma Certification
  • Experience in sites that are ISO 9000/NSF certified
Benefits
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, paid vacation, and 401K


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