Plant Manager (Chemical Manufacturing)

Position: Plant Manager (Chemical Manufacturing) Location : Memphis, TN (on-site; relocation assistance provided) Compensation : $175K-$190K + $10K relocation bonus Company Summary global manufacturer of fine chemicals and custom synthesis solutions, serving the pharmaceutical and specialty chemicals markets. With a strong focus on green chemistry and technical innovation, the company operates from a highly regulated manufacturing facility in Memphis, TN. The organization fosters a culture of integrity, safety, and operational excellence. Position Summary The Plant Manager will lead all manufacturing operations at the Memphis facility, overseeing production, EH&S, quality, logistics, and maintenance. This high-impact leadership role requires technical depth in chemical manufacturing and a strong track record of managing teams, capital budgets, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional stakeholders and play a key role in driving continuous improvement and capacity expansion initiatives. Responsibilities • Ensure full regulatory compliance (OSHA PSM, EPA, RCRA, ISO 9001) • Lead and mentor 9 direct reports across operations functions • Own and manage a $75M plant budget, including $5-6M CapEx • Set strategic plans for production targets and operational growth • pply chemical engineering expertise to optimize batch and continuous processes • Lead QMS efforts and maintain alignment with company Quality Policy • Coordinate effectively with Sales, R&D, HR, and Finance • Continuously improve safety, productivity, and cost efficiency Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry (advanced degree a plus) • 10-15 years of chemical manufacturing experience (fine chemicals) • t least 5 years in plant/operations leadership • Deep understanding of batch/continuous operations, process engineering, distillation • Experience with cost management, operating budgets, and capital project planning • Familiarity with ISO 9001 and formal quality systems • Previous work in a union environment preferred • Must be a U.S. Citizen due to export compliance

Created: 2026-03-10