Technical Leader

Key Details

• Compensation: $120,000–$130,000 base
• Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• Location:
  
  Northern Michigan / Traverse City area
• Work Model:
  Fully onsite
• Relocation:
  Relocation assistance available

LaSalle Network is actively hiring a Chemical Plant Operations Leader (Succession Track) for a profitable, highly stable resin manufacturing facility in Northern Michigan near Traverse City.

This is more than a leadership role — it’s a long-term career and lifestyle move. Relocation assistance is available for the right Chemical Plant Operations Leader (Succession Track) who is ready to build both a career and a life in one of Michigan’s most scenic regions.

This role offers a defined 5–7 year succession path toward senior plant leadership with real visibility and ownership from day one.

• Premier hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation
• 85% surrounding state land
• Snowmobiling, hiking, kayaking and year-round adventure
• Extremely low crime and strong public schools
• Short commutes and a tight-knit, family-oriented community
• Access to Traverse City amenities within an hour

If you want impact at work and balance outside of it, this Chemical Plant Operations Leader (Succession Track) role delivers both.

• Lead environmental compliance and permit oversight
• Analyze and trend batch production data within strict control limits
• Identify performance drift before it impacts customers
• Build executive-ready Excel reports and customer presentations
• Serve as liaison across operations, maintenance and lab
• Mentor one direct QA report
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree required;
  Engineering preferred
• 5+ years in chemical or industrial manufacturing
• Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, trending, control limits)
• Experience in automated batch production environments
• Strong leadership presence and collaborative mindset
• Full onsite commitment

• $120,000–$130,000 base salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Relocation assistance available
• Defined path to senior plant leadership
• Stable, profitable operation with long employee tenure
• Opportunity to build a long-term life in Northern Michigan

This Chemical Plant Operations Leader (Succession Track) opportunity is moving quickly. If you’re ready for leadership growth and a lifestyle upgrade, apply now.

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.