WHO WE ARE

We are a company where people matter.
We are family driven.
We are financially strong.
And we are looking for problem-solvers to join our growing team.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred; MBA strongly preferred.
• 15–20 years of progressive leadership experience in chemical manufacturing operations.
• Demonstrated success in leading multi-site operations and cross-functional teams.
• Deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks and safety standards in chemical manufacturing.
• Proven track record of driving operational transformation and continuous improvement.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing complex budgets and capital projects.
• Exceptional executive presence, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficiency in operational analytics and enterprise systems.

• Enterprise Operations Leadership: Direct all manufacturing and distribution operations across Hydrite’s national footprint, ensuring consistent execution of strategic objectives, safety vision and operational excellence.
• Operational Strategy & Transformation: Architect and implement long-range operational strategies that enhance productivity, scalability, and competitive advantage.
• Safety & Regulatory Stewardship: Lead the development of proactive safety and compliance frameworks that exceed regulatory standards and reinforce Hydrite’s commitment to employee well-being and environmental responsibility.
• Continuous Improvement Culture: Embed CI methodologies into the organizational DNA to drive measurable improvements in safety, efficiency, and cost performance.
• Capital & Engineering Oversight: Strategically manage capital investments and engineering initiatives to support innovation, capacity expansion, and infrastructure modernization.
• Financial Accountability: Own operational P&L, capital planning, and budget optimization to ensure financial discipline and sustainable growth.
• Leadership Development & Talent Strategy: Cultivate a high-performance culture through strategic talent development, succession planning, and leadership coaching.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Partner with Sales, Logistics, and Executive Leadership to ensure operational capabilities are aligned with market demands and customer expectations.
• Customer-Centric Operations: Drive operational agility and responsiveness to support evolving customer needs and service excellence.
• Performance Analytics & Reporting: Leverage data-driven insights and KPIs to inform strategic decisions and communicate performance to executive stakeholders.
• Corporate Initiative Execution: Lead the deployment of enterprise-wide initiatives and serve as a key contributor to strategic planning and executive governance.
• M&A Integration Leadership: Provide operational due diligence and post-acquisition integration support for acquisitions, ensuring seamless alignment of newly acquired facilities with Hydrite’s safety, quality, and performance standards.