Head of Compliance Operations

Vacancy Name Operations Manager
Department Operations
Employment Type Full-Time
Company Overview Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility making the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions.

Key industries served include healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, and specialty paper & packaging. A Responsible Care company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company's global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security, and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control, and safety.
Description We're looking for a hands-on Operations Leader to lead and develop our Greensboro team and ensure safe, reliable, efficient manufacturing performance.

This role owns the operations strategy for the site, developing a high-performing team and driving Lean and continuous improvement across all areas of the plant.
Champion a world-class safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA, environmental, and personnel protection standards
Deliver safe, on-time, in-full production that meets cost and quality targets
Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team - building capability, succession, and future leaders
Drive Lean / Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve processes
Own manufacturing execution: labor strategy, workforce planning, and daily production performance
Oversee site production budgeting, scheduling, and cost control initiatives
Strengthen communication, alignment, and collaboration across shifts and functional teams
Serve as a key member of the site leadership team, helping shape culture, engagement, and operational strategy
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering , Chemistry, or Engineering discipline required

• 7-10 years in chemical manufacturing operations or related industrial production
• Supervisory and team-leadership experience with proven coaching and development capabilities
• Experience in PSM-regulated chemical, petrochemical, or refinery environments preferred
• Lean / Six Sigma training (Green Belt or Black Belt highly preferred)
• Strong safety mindset and continuous improvement mindset
• Financial and operational acumen (budgeting, forecasting, cost control)
• Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office

High-visibility role with direct impact on plant culture, performance, and growth
Opportunity to lead transformation and continuous improvement strategy
Influence the future state of a key manufacturing site
Competitive pay, bonus program, benefits, and relocation support
Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of and will not be discriminated against based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category. #