Join a Growing Family-Owned Company with Outstanding Benefits
We are a privately owned and growing chemical manufacturing company seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our Roanoke operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and wants to make a direct impact within a stable, family-oriented organization.
Why Join Our Team?
We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, including:
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Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
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Company-Paid Life Insurance
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Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
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8 Paid Holidays
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Personal Days / Paid Time Off
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End-of-Year Bonus Opportunity
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Stable, Family-Owned & Operated Company
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Growth Opportunities Within the Organization
Position Summary
The Operations Manager oversees the full lifecycle of facility operations, including production scheduling, logistics, maintenance, inventory control, safety, and daily manufacturing activities related to the production and distribution of chemical products. This role is responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, product quality, employee safety, regulatory compliance, and on-time customer fulfillment while maintaining financial accountability for the facility. Additionally, the Operations Manager drives cross-functional collaboration between warehousing, production, quality, maintenance, project management, sales, and customer service, and is responsible for the training, development, performance, and leadership of all operations personnel in support of continuous improvement and company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead daily plant operations, production scheduling, and workflow planning
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Coordinate manufacturing activities to meet customer delivery schedules
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Monitor blending and manufacturing processes to ensure quality standards are met
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Work closely with Purchasing regarding raw materials and inventory needs
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Supervise plant, logistics, and maintenance personnel
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Hire, train, coach, and evaluate employees
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Manage production schedules and operational priorities
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Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and company policies
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Oversee plant safety initiatives and employee training programs
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Manage maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability
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Monitor production output and implement operational improvements
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Prepare operational and production reports
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Participate in daily and weekly operations planning meetings
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Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred; however, equivalent manufacturing leadership experience and proven operational success will be strongly considered.
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Minimum 5 years of manufacturing or operations management
- Experience in chemical manufacturing preferred
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Strong leadership and organizational skills
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Knowledge of supply chain and order fulfillment processes
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
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Experience with Chempax software preferred
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
Typically 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Work Environment
This position operates in both manufacturing and office environments. Candidates should be comfortable working around production equipment, chemicals, and industrial noise levels as required.
Apply Today
If you are a motivated operations leader looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing family-owned company that values its employees, we encourage you to apply today.
