Operations Manager & EHS Coordination, Americas Region

Position:                 Operations Manager & HSE (EHS) Coordination

Location:                  Carpentersville, Illinois

About Polynt Composites USA:

Polynt Composites USA is a global leader in the manufacturing of composites, coatings, and chemical intermediates, serving key industries such as industrial, transportation, construction, marine, medical, and consumer goods.

Job Objective:

Responsible for managing HSE, production, plant infrastructure, capital spending, quality, and environmental compliance of the Polynt Composites Americas plants. Oversees the management of all Facilities’ activities. Oversees the management of all manufacturing sites’ operations and activities. Oversees the development and control of the Facilities’ and manufacturing sites’ annual expense and capital projects budget.  Supervises 9 direct reports.

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure 15 plants are maintained and operate at a competitive cost.
• Ensures production is scheduled to meet customer demand.
• Ensure plants are manufacturing following all quality directives and guidelines.
• Establish a culture of continuous improvement in the plants.
• Establish programs to reduce plant usage of electricity, natural gas, and water.
• Develop plans to control safety, prevent losses, and minimize waste.
• Ensure plants are secure and that access to the plants is controlled.
• Measure, report progress, and actions taken to realize company objectives.
• Ensure plants are maintained and operate at a competitive cost.
• Ensure production is scheduled to meet customer demand.
• Ensure plants are manufacturing following all quality directives and guidelines.
• Establish a culture of continuous improvement in the plants.
• Establish programs to reduce plant usage of electricity, natural gas, and water.
• Develop plans to control safety, prevent losses, and minimize waste.
• Ensure that the plants are secure and that access to the plants is controlled.
• Measure, report progress, and actions taken to realize company objectives.

• Develop and monitor annual capital spending budgets and priorities for all sites.
• Monitor progress of the capital projects.
• Fosters a business culture within the department that is customer focused, fast-paced, results oriented and open to new ideas.
• Evaluates performance and behavior of department through one-on-one performance reviews which include review of employees’ contributions to and completion of established individual, departmental and companywide goals and objectives.
• Maintains and encourages productive working relationships with and development of team members by keeping staff adequately informed and delegating responsibilities as necessary.
• Identifies and ensures continual growth of future leadership within the organization.
• Promotes a workforce culture that is aligned with Polynt Code of Conduct, including personal character, loyalty, attentiveness, and respect and value of fellow employees.
• Administers consistent coaching and cultivation of team members to build motivation, productivity and performance.
• Develop and monitor annual operating expense budgets.

Implements and manages special purchasing projects, as required, by identifying and clarifying issues within the Company.

• Support safety and quality initiatives. 
• Establishes and ensures that the plants operate with a culture of safety.
• Complies with Loss Control policy, rules, permits and directives.
• Complies with all relevant Polynt safety regulations as required at corporate and outlying facilities when traveling.
• Adheres to Company and governmental job safety practices, including wearing protective equipment and monitoring placement of machine guards when necessary.
• Ensure environmental compliance at all Company locations.

Experience and skills:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in chemical or mechanical engineering.

• Master’s degree in engineering preferred.
• In the absence of an engineering degree, management experience may be considered.
• 7+ years of successful plant or operations management experience.
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen effectively, respond appropriately, and maintain mutual comfort level while relating to a multifaceted workforce.
• Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Solid leadership, team building, and management skills.
• Strong project management abilities including prioritization and administration of multiple, simultaneous projects.

Work Environment Considerations

• • This job is not appropriate for individuals with chemical sensitivity. Employees who display sensitivity to the chemicals present at the site despite using standard required safety measures may be subject to reassignment or termination of employment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• • Polynt fosters a culture of innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. Employees have diverse opportunities for career progression and development in a global environment that covers multiple sectors and application areas. If you are a resourceful and innovative individual who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Why Join Us?

• • Salary range for this position is set at $180,000.00-$200,000.00. Compensation within the stated salary range will be based on the candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications relevant to the position.
  • At Polynt, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a stable, growth-driven work environment with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
  • 401(k) with Company Match and Profit Sharing
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO, HSA, FSA)
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
  • Equal Opportunity Employer
  • Polynt Composites USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.