Operations Manager - Chemical and Refinery Plants

Grow Your Career with Savage! Savage is a global provider of supply chain infrastructure and logistics solutions with more than 200 locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Saudi Arabia. Since we were founded in 1946, we’ve grown from a small family business to an international company with more than 4,000 team members. We’re proud to be recognized as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation. Savage is a place where your growth is supported and your impact matters. Join us and do things you never dreamed possible. We welcome Military Veterans and Reservists to join our team and build a rewarding career with us. Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements. To Apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button above and complete the application. Military Veterans and National Guard Reservists are encouraged to apply! The Basics: Location: Chicago, IL Compensation: $115,000 - $135,000 annual salary Here's What You Can Expect Working at Savage Competitive pay + annual bonus Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match Team Member Profit Share Opportunity to lead a high-performing operation and make a direct impact on business results Position Overview We are actively seeking an experienced operations leader with a strong background in chemical processing, terminal, refinery, bulk liquids, tank farm, pipeline, or similar industrial operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of directly leading front-line teams in a demanding 24/7/365 operating environment and delivering operational excellence through strong leadership, safety focus, and customer partnership. The Operations Manager II provides overall leadership, direction, and management oversight for the Midwest Forming Facility in Chicago, IL. Operations include sulphur forming, plant operations, transportation, maintenance coordination, and customer service activities. What You'll Be Doing: Leadership & Team Development Serve as the operational leader for all Savage Team Members at the site. Directly supervise, coach, mentor, and develop front-line employees and supervisors. Manage team member performance, attendance, scheduling, PTO administration, performance reviews, and career development. Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and provide ongoing coaching and feedback. Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and shared leadership. Ensure staffing levels meet operational requirements for a 24/7 operation. Safety, Environmental & Operational Excellence Lead all safety, health, environmental, and compliance efforts with a commitment to zero incidents. Ensure compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements. Utilize Savage safety programs and systems to improve operational performance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, reliability, productivity, and cost management. Oversee execution of Savage's S7 Delivery System and ensure timely resolution of action items. Operations & Maintenance Provide leadership for day-to-day plant and terminal operations. Maintain a strong understanding of process equipment including tanks, pipelines, pumps, loading systems, and material handling assets. Oversee maintenance planning and execution for fixed and mobile equipment. Ensure effective utilization of computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS). Monitor operational performance and implement corrective actions when necessary. Support capital improvement projects from planning through commissioning. Customer & Business Management Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders. Develop and manage annual operating budgets, staffing plans, and business forecasts. Review and manage daily, weekly, and monthly financial performance. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service delivery. Support business development and growth initiatives as needed.…

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