Site Operations Leader

The Company

Meridian Adhesives Group is a leading adhesive manufacturer with a wide range of branded, private label, and contract-manufactured adhesives and sealants. Our products are used for product assembly in a wide range of applications and markets, including industrial, engineering, MRO, transportation, automotive, electronics, telecommunications, residential and commercial building construction.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Meridian Adhesives Group is seeking a Site Operating Leader to lead the daily operations of their Pompano Beach, FL based Adhesives Technology Corporation manufacturing facility. Reporting to the Regional Operations Leader this role is for a hands-on operations manager with a track record of successfully leading operations in a specialty blending and batch manufacturing environment and driving more efficient operations.

Current operations include batching and packaging activities supporting key accounts for the Product Assembly Divisions within Meridian. A strong, flexible leader is needed to both run current operations and drive needed expansion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations, assigning weekly performance goals and assuring their completion
• Manage projects to design, build, and commission new manufacturing operations at the site
• Directly manage site manufacturing, shipping and receiving, maintenance, planning and scheduling, capital project execution, and overseeing quality indirectly
• Be involved, as requested, with the recruitment, onboarding, and training of high-performing employees to achieve sales, profitability, market share, and business plan objectives
• Maintain project timelines to ensure tasks are accomplished on time
• Implement and maintain provided budgetary and resource allocation plans
• Work closely with Division Commercial Presidents from Product Assembly to ensure required product supply and quality levels
• Help facilitate the optimization of expenses at local facility
• Ensure employees work productively and develop professionally
• Prepare regular reports for upper management
• Provide solutions to issues (e.g. profit decline, employee conflicts, loss of business to competitors)
• Performs other related duties as required
  
  

Qualifications

• Seven+ years of related experience required.
• Experience in manufacturing and plant environments is required, particularly with batch manufacturing
• Experience with plant design, build, and startup is a plus
• Ability to motivate supervisors to drive operational excellence
• Demonstrates effectiveness in competencies of initiative, problem-solving, action-orientation, self-starting, critical thinking and teamwork
• Demonstrates strong leadership qualities and the ability to develop employees’ relations and success in promoting a positive workplace culture
• Excellent ability to multi-task and prioritize in a busy, fast-growth environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite is essential
• Exhibit extraordinary discretion, flexibility, and willingness to work closely with our senior management
• Relentless focus on safety
  
  

Other Duties

• Participates in physical inventories and cycle counting.
• Contributes to team effort, i.e. assisting in any area required, etc.
• Participate in safety, loss control, accident, incident and rework investigations, as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned. Assists with platform production in the absence of the Compounders or alternates.
• Assists with special assignments and projects as needed or required.
• Liaisons with other departments as needed
  
  

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in business, operations, engineering or related field is preferred.
  
  

Personal Skills And Characteristics

• Strong leadership style demonstrated by the establishment and clear communication of expectations for performance and the development of a team of highly competent subordinates
• An entrepreneurial orientation with demonstrated ability to thrive during fast-paced change
• An open, outgoing, and positive personal style characterized by regular communication and involvement at all management levels
• Well organized, capable of establishing and maintaining proper priorities and handling a variety of detailed activities
• A preference for empowering subordinates, delegating authority, and monitoring results
• A team player, willing to put aside personal agendas to further the needs of the organization
• A self-starter who works well without close supervision
• Strong work ethic
• No 3rd Party Recruiters
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and occasionally required to bend, twist and climb. This employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee will be required to lift materials and supplies over 50 lbs. frequently and utilize manual dexterity to operate tools, machinery and forklifts with controls. The work performed may require moderate concentration/intensity, which includes prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for breaks. This will require average memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information; moderate level of complexity for decision making; and average time pressure of decision making. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee may be required to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to or required to handle hazardous materials. Required special safety measures may apply when working in plant environment.

Location: Pompano Beach, Florida

Pay: This position has a salary range of $151,000.00 - $168.000.00. The salary range represents the expected range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic location.

Bonus Pay: Meridian offers a performance-based incentive plan tied to company success. Eligible employees have the opportunity to earn a percentage of their salary, with bonus payments distributed yearly.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans
• Retirement Plan with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Paid Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Why Join Us

Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide. Guided by our core values - Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork - we are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. When you join Meridian, you become part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, fosters professional growth, and encourages bold ideas. We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.

Meridian Adhesives Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms.

Check out our website!

https://meridianadhesives.com/careers/

Meridian Adhesives Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.