Senior Manufacturing Manager - Chemicals - Bristol, CT

The Senior Manufacturing Manager will lead all manufacturing activities at the site, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production that meets delivery, cost, and customer satisfaction goals. This role will coordinate production, equipment manufacturing, and maintenance functions in alignment with strategic objectives and budgetary guidelines.

Client Details

A leading global manufacturer of specialty chemical solutions is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Manager to oversee operations at its Northeast U.S. production facility. This organization is known for its innovative approach to product development and customer-centric solutions, offering a broad portfolio of adhesives, coatings, and curing technologies supported by advanced equipment systems.

Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end adhesive manufacturing processes, from reactor operations to chemical mixing and filling, ensuring alignment of schedules, labor, materials, and process controls.
• Lead and develop cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations including PSM, OSHA, ISO 9001, and site-specific standards.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and TPM methodologies to drive process optimization and reduce waste.
• Oversee operational budgets and recommend capital investments to enhance reliability, efficiency, and capacity.
• Maintain equipment reliability through preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Enforce rigorous quality control procedures and support investigations and corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Promote alignment across departments through standardized practices and effective communication.

Profile

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in chemical manufacturing, including 5+ years managing multi-functional teams.
• Strong expertise in chemical processes, unit operations, and process control systems.
• Proven success in implementing Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM initiatives.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (JDE-E1 preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skilled in budget management and capital project planning.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Job Offer

What's To Offer:

• Lead impactful projects in a dynamic, innovation-driven engineering environment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on cutting-edge mechanical and electrical designs
• Opportunity to grow your leadership skills while mentoring junior engineers
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Supportive culture that values creativity, quality, and continuous improvement
  

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