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Plant Manager

Terre Haute, IN

WHO WE ARE

We are a company where people matter. 

We are family driven. 

We are financially strong.

And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.  

BENEFITS

  • Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
  • $600 per Year Wellness Incentive 
  • Front loaded PTO
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision - Eligible first day of the month following hire date.

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PLANT MANAGER

The Plant Manager is a pivotal leader, responsible for overseeing site operations and ensuring the strategic alignment of production activities with Hydrite’s strategic goals. This role demands exceptional leadership, a forward-thinking approach, and a proven ability to manage complex challenges within a manufacturing environment. The Plant Manager is a key driver of operational excellence, workforce development, and innovation.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Develop and implement long-term operational strategies to enhance productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
  • Oversee the execution of production schedules, ensuring alignment with company objectives and customer requirements
  • Analyze and optimize production processes through data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ensure strict compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards across all site functions
  • Lead, mentor, and inspire plant management teams to achieve high performance and professional growth
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation across the workforce
  • Manage the plant’s budget with a focus on cost control, resource allocation, and financial performance
  • Drive continuous improvement programs aimed at optimizing operational processes and reducing waste
  • Oversee maintenance team to ensure equipment reliability and plant uptime
  • Develop and oversee Process Engineering activities and personnel to maximize system performance
  • Collaborate with Commercial and Project Engineering teams to identify and execute site’s growth projects, capital management, and construction management strategies
  • Communicate and present site objectives, activities, metrics, and progress to members of company Sr. Leadership teams.
  • Lead site’s Emergency Response Protocols and participate as an Incident Commander or Responder if necessary.
  • Participate in training for purposes such as understanding site operations, staying knowledgeable and current on relevant regulations, enhancing leadership skills, or other relevant reasons.
  • Participate in or lead Regulatory, Safety, Quality, and Customer audits. 

REPORTING STRUCTURE

  • This position reports to the Site Director. 

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering field
  • Minimum of ten years of chemical production experience
  • Minimum of five years of chemical production management experience
  • Continuous process supervision and 24/7 Operations experience
  • Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word, and Excel
  • Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Ability to sit and/or stand up to 10 hours per
  • Ability to climb ladders and stairways up to 30 feet in height up to 10 times
  • Ability to lift up to 50 Several times daily.
  • Ability to wear a respirator for up to 4 hours a Please refer to the SOP for facial hair guidelines.
  • Due to safety concerns, the wearing of contact lenses is

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Benefits and perks include 401k and profit sharing, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, legal services insurance, scholarship awards for children of employees, summer picnic, community giving events, free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach.

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