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Job Opportunity: Senior Operations Director - Chemical Manufacturing
Location: Flexible within Europe, overseeing sites in Germany, Spain, Italy, Finland and Sweden.

About Solenis
Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized three years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com.

We are thrilled to go market for a Senior Operations Director. You will play an integral role in overseeing operations across a network of chemical manufacturing plants.

Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Operations Director, you will be responsible for leading and optimizing operations across our manufacturing sites in Europe, ensuring they meet the highest standards in safety, quality, and efficiency while fulfilling business objectives.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Operational Oversight:
  • Manage plant operations across Germany, Spain, Italy, Finland and Sweden.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
  • Develop and implement regional strategies to support Industrial & Consumer Solutions businesses.
• Safety and Compliance:
  • Drive a culture of zero incidents across all EH&S KPIs, achieving year-over-year improvement in Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR).
  • Ensure adherence to Process Safety Management (PSM) and regulatory requirements.
• Performance and Efficiency:
  • Set and achieve an OTIF target of 95% or higher.
  • Drive continuous improvement through process optimization, cost reduction, and enhanced EH&S performance.
  • Oversee maintenance and reliability strategies to meet current and future capacity needs.
• Budgeting and Capital Management:
  • Manage manufacturing expenses and capital budgets to meet financial targets.
  • Resource and implement new process technologies to support business growth.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Oversee ISO registration, maintenance, and improvement plans.
  • Standardize best practices in quality control across all sites.
• Leadership and Development:
  • Implement annual objective setting and performance appraisal processes.
  • Foster a culture of people development through training and mentorship.
  • Manage labor relations in union environments to maintain productive operations.

What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing multi-site operations in the chemical manufacturing industry, coupled with strong leadership and strategic planning skills.

Additional Qualifications Include

• A degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field (advanced degrees preferred).
• Extensive experience in manufacturing operations, particularly in chemical production environments.
• Demonstrated success in driving EH&S improvements and achieving operational excellence.
• Expertise in budget management, process optimization, and quality assurance.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage diverse teams.
• Experience with unionized labor environments is highly desirable.

Why Join Us?
We offer an exciting opportunity to lead a diverse, high-performing team and play a pivotal role in our strategic growth. As part of our organization, you will:

• Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment across multiple European locations.
• Be empowered to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Enjoy a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package that includes – an annual bonus scheme, pension scheme and private healthcare.

Ready to Lead?
If you are ready to take on this challenge and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we want to hear from you. Apply now to be part of a company that values safety, innovation, and operational excellence. Join us in shaping the future of chemical manufacturing in Europe!

We understand that not every candidate will possess every desired qualification listed above. If your experience varies from our outlined requirements, yet you believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply and share your unique perspective with us.

At Solenis, we recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We offer attractive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and abundant opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're passionate about working for a world-class company and enjoy tackling complex challenges, we invite you to consider joining our team.

Solenis is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.