Operations Manager (Lawrence, KS, US, 66044)

ICL Group

Salary: $80k - $132k
Experience: 8+ yrs
Location: Lawrence, Kansas, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

chemical engineering
compliance
customer needs
key performance indicators
technical support

About the role

As the Acid Operations Manager you are responsible for leading the manufacturing team to achieve operational excellence. This role encompasses effective cost management, ensuring a safe and compliant workplace, fulfilling environmental and health responsibilities, maintaining operational efficiency, and fostering continuous improvement. Additionally, this position will manage and develop personnel while maintaining positive community relations.

Where is this position located?

This position will work at our manufacturing facility in Lawrence, Kansas

I’m interested! What will I get to do in this position?

Ensure Regulatory Compliance / Foster Positive Safety Culture

Responsible for employee compliance with plant fundamental and regulatory training
Foster a positive safety culture. Provide a safe work environment by ensuring safety goals are established and met. Participate in the Lawrence Plant safety programs and committees
Support the Human and Organizational Performance learning philosophy
Ensure environmentally responsible operations, compliance with governmental regulations (OSHA / EPA)
Maintain / support contractor and guest safety. Must be able to safely and quickly exit the plant in the event of an emergency
Ensure use of MOC as required

Meet Lawrence Plant Quality Program Requirements

Understand and follow all applicable Lawrence Quality System Procedures and assist in their improvement, implement corrective and preventive actions as needed with high focus on quality culture and continuous improvement
Comply with the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act

Leadership and Management

Set and communicate expectations for team. Promote employee growth and development, facilitate establishment of employee goals
Provide ongoing feedback and coaching. Foster an environment of recognition
Promote employee value and support diversity. Encourage positivity and an enjoyable environment.
Promote teamwork, participation, resolve conflicts, and consensus-style decision making
Recruit prospective employees

Manage Plant Operations

Develop, implement and oversee a comprehensive maintenance program to ensure optimal performance and reliability of plant equipment and machinery
Meet production commitments. Lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and productivity
Collaborate with Engineering Manager to develop and implement short and long-term capital plans that align with the plant’s strategic goals
Manage plant product portfolio changes
Manage and optimize utility services (natural gas fired boilers, water treating, etc.) for the site
Focus on cost management. Develop and implement strategies to optimize operational costs by establishing budget and managing the fixed cost targets.
Review costs monthly and communicate the budget variances
Provide contingency planning as necessary

Meet Business Commitments

Ensure compliance with corporate objectives and communicate / advocate plant capabilities
Manage and participate in customer visits and audits; respond to customer needs
Evaluate and implement feasible new product and process opportunities including interfacing with the Technical Sales Center and Sales Team

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?

Bachelor of Science degree in technical discipline, preferably Chemical Engineering, with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
Proven track record of progressive leadership experience, including demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively, drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Progressive plant knowledge of manufacturing techniques and plant operations; and desire/ability to progress to a higher level position in the future
Strong analytical and decision-making skills
Strong interpersonal and labor-relations skills
Union labor management experience preferred
Strong interfacing skills at all levels, both internally and externally
Good work ethic and ability to provide technical support for a 24/7 operation
Ability to work long periods of time in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Both indoors and outdoors. Standing, walking, climbing ladders & stairs, etc.

What will set me apart?

Leadership and team management – the ability to inspire, guide and connect with team members effectively
Union labor management experience
Strategic Thinking – ability to develop long-term strategies and align them with business goals
Results-driven mindset – demonstrates a strong commitment to achieving measurable outcomes by setting clear objectives, optimizing processes, and consistently delivering on key performance indicators

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

At ICL, maintaining a safe and healthy workplace is a top priority. Employees are required to wear appropriate PPE based on the task and environment. This may include safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face masks, and, when necessary, full hazmat suits with respirators. Adherence to PPE protocols ensures the safety and well-being of all team members.

ICL Job Level: 16 or 17 dependent on experience

Compensation at ICL: If you are hired at ICL, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. We also offer a generous benefits package (more information on benefits listed below).

Salary Range: $80,000 - $132,000 annually

Annual Bonus Target: 12 or 16%, subject to plan provisions.

We've Got You Covered

ICL is committed to offering you a comprehensive set of benefits to empower you and your family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. The benefits we offer to our diverse and inclusive workforce include:

Competitive base pay and performance bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire. Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost
Inclusive benefits for growing families, covering fertility, adoption, and parental leave
Generous Leave and FMLA policies
Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable)
Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products)
401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service
Crisis assistance available to support employees during unforeseen circumstances
Employee Assistance Program that includes comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
Student Loan Assistance
Business travel reward points are eligible for personal use
Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation
Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more

Who is ICL?

ICL Group is a leading global specialty minerals company, which creates impactful solutions for humanity's sustainability challenges in the food, agriculture and industrial markets. ICL leverages its unique bromine, potash and phosphate resources, its global professional workforce, and its sustainability focused R&D and technological innovation capabilities, to drive the company's growth across its end markets. ICL shares are dual listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange (NYSE and TASE: ICL). The company employs more than 12,000 people worldwide, and its 2024 revenues totaled approximately $7 billion. To learn more about ICL, visit the company's global website www.icl-group.com.

EEO-USA

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabilities

About ICL Group

Provides mineral-based solutions for agriculture, food, and industry.

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