Operations Manager

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

This position will report directly to the Plant Manager II in our Louisville, KY location.

• Set expectations and hold employees accountable for Core Value compliance (Safety Health Environment, PSM, Ethics & Respect for People) and model the appropriate behavior
• Ensure safe and environmentally sound operation & maintenance of the F-22, HCl and Powerhouse areas
• Responsible for setting direction and implementing key initiatives in support of key business objectives
• Proactively interface with other area and site leaders, on key topics related to the area
• Facilitate and drive Visual Management and 5S Philosophy to support the site Chemours’ continuous improvement efforts within the area.
• Leads improvement programs and WAVE/Transformation initiatives for a production, maintenance and/or other manufacturing service area.
• Lead continuous learning and development efforts to ensure the area is energized and performing at peak levels
• Provide coaching and guidance to all operations, maintenance and Powerhouse employees
• Manage the cost of operation (P.O. development, tracking, measuring, reporting)
• Establish operational priorities and focus, ensuring safe operation of the facility and fostering operational discipline
• Responsible for the performance management process within the operations team (goal setting, performance measurement, recognition, feedback, and coaching )
• Establish effective communications systems within the Operations team focused on sharing of information and engaging employees in the success of the facility.
• Understand, support and communicate company strategic initiatives.

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related technical field
• 5-8 years supervisory experience in an industrial/manufacturing high hazardous environment. This would include a deep understanding of process theory and equipment utilization, maintenance best practices and TAR (shutdown) related experience.
• Experience with safety processes and systems including safety improvement processes, audits and developing safe behaviors.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certified/Lean Manufacturing Methodology Knowledge or any Continuous Improvement certification.
• Ability to collect and analyze data, identify solutions, assess risk factors, and make sound business decisions.
• Strong oral and written skills with the ability to communicate effectively with Technical, Maintenance and other site work groups.

• Previous Leadership role in a Union Environment
• Must possess exceptional interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently and has demonstrated performance as a member of successful teams.
• Previous responsibility in managing a budget and understanding fixed/variable cost performance drivers.

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
• Company-paid Volunteer Day

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