Operational Integrity and Excellence Leader

Operational Integrity and Excellence Leader At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today. You’ll serve as the senior technical leader for Operational Integrity and Excellence across multiple manufacturing sites throughout North America, with support to South America. Key Responsibilities Deploy and govern the long‑term strategy for Operational Integrity and Excellence aligned with Bakelite’s engineering roadmap. Ensure compliance with OSHA PSM, EPA regulations, NFPA electrical codes, and ASME/API mechanical integrity standards across all supported sites. Govern consistent execution of PHAs, MOCs, incident investigations, audits, and inspection programs. Provide senior‑level guidance on fixed and rotating equipment integrity, including inspection strategies, PM optimization, and lifecycle asset decisions. Review inspection findings, equipment failures, and risk assessments to ensure timely, effective corrective actions. Support reliability improvement efforts that reduce variability, downtime, and operational risk. Lead and govern the Operational Excellence program, reinforcing a culture of standard work, problem‑solving, accountability, and continuous improvement. Partner with site leaders to strengthen foundational work processes and improve operational discipline. Support major capital projects through risk identification, commissioning readiness, and long‑term asset strategy development. Serve as Business Process Owner for SAP PM, ensuring accurate asset data, work management processes, and maintenance records. Lead budgeting and long‑range planning for Operational Integrity programs, identifying and delivering cost‑improvement opportunities. Lead and develop a team of program specialists, setting clear expectations, coaching performance, and building bench strength. Mentor and develop technical capabilities across PSM, MI, EI, and OE throughout the organization. Travel approximately 30–50% to support site assessments, audits, program deployments, incident reviews, and leadership engagements. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related discipline). Minimum of 10 years of experience in industrial manufacturing. At least 5 years of leadership experience in PSM, Mechanical Integrity, Electrical Integrity, Reliability, or Operational Excellence. Strong working knowledge of OSHA PSM, mechanical integrity standards, electrical safety codes, and asset management practices. Proficiency in SAP PM/PS and engineering documentation systems. Strong communication, analytical, and influence leadership skills in a multi‑site environment. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree (Engineering or MBA). Industry certifications such as API, PHA Facilitator, CMRP, or CRE. Experience deploying multi‑site or global engineering and operational integrity programs. We are an Equal Opportunity, Aff… employed for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. Benefits We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits, and support our associates through their career. Safety is a core value at Bakelite, and we provide ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bakelite