Plant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Plant Manager

Established (95+ Years in Business!) Premier Company Seeking Plant Manager for Chemical Manufacturing Operations in Hammond, IN!

 

An established, employee-owned chemical manufacturing company headquartered in Hammond, IN with over 95 years in operation is seeking a Plant Manager with 10+ years of industrial Plant Management experience to lead full-scale operations onsite for a facility producing lead oxides, expanders, and specialty chemicals for the global battery industry. This leader will report to the Vice President of North American Operations and partner closely with division leadership to drive productivity, quality, and continuous process improvement while maintaining compliance and strengthening customer and supplier relationships.

 

Offer :
Salary range: $150,000-$180,000+ Base Salary, contingent on experience
Performance-based bonuses
401(k) with company matching
Profit sharing
Paid time off
Fully covered medical, dental, and vision health benefits

 

Qualifications :

 

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalent plant operations experience preferred
• 10+ years of management experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Proven leadership in an industrial setting with strong operational knowledge of manufacturing processes
• Expertise in environmental, health, and safety protocols, particularly hazardous materials management
• Familiarity with lead oxide manufacturing is a plus, but not required.
• ISO 9001 experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and resource planning tools
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to prepare technical reports and deliver presentations
• Working knowledge of plant layouts, blueprints, process flow diagrams, and operational documents such as FMEAs and PPAPs
• Logical reasoning and the ability to solve a wide variety of practical operational problems
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and work in high-temperature conditions while wearing a PAPR-style respirator
• Flexibility to travel and work outside of normal business hours when required, with consistent and reliable attendance
  
   

Responsibilities :
Coordinate manufacturing schedules, optimize raw materials, and ensure efficient production processes across the facility
Maintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, including all state and federal reporting requirements
Ensure IATF compliance is upheld across operations and quality processes
Develop and manage operating budgets while overseeing capital expenditures
Lead facility-related capital projects and collaborate with cross-functional project teams
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and customers to support operational goals
Supervise inventory, logistics, and maintenance operations to ensure continuity and reliability
Provide leadership and decision-making support to production and maintenance teams
Maintain a daily presence on the production floor to drive objectives and team engagement
Take on additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned by senior leadership

- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 05/28/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed. Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

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