Operations Manager

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.

• •Wafer Level Packaging - Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance
• •Circuitry Solutions - Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry
• •Electronics Assembly Solutions - Innovating semiconductor, surface mount technology, and power electronics assembly for unparalleled reliability
• •Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally performing circuits
• •Film & Smart Surface Solutions - Transforming electronics with cutting-edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability
• •Micromax – Elevating electronics through high-performing, specialized inks and pastes

Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for?

The Operations Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and strategic direction of the manufacturing facility. This individual owns plant operations, safety, quality, delivery, cost, employee engagement, and the site's continuous improvement journey. The successful candidate will foster a culture of operational excellence through a relentless pursuit of continuous improvement, critical thinking, and disciplined execution.

This leader challenges the status quo respectfully and constructively, continually seeking better, safer, faster, and more efficient ways of operating. They are a visible servant leader who values people, builds high-performing teams, develops future leaders, and creates an environment where employees are empowered to contribute, innovate, and excel.

The Operations Manager leads through influence, collaboration, accountability, and data-driven decision making to achieve world-class manufacturing performance while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, environmental stewardship, and customer satisfaction.

What will you be doing?

• •Lead all plant functions, including manufacturing, warehousing, maintenance, planning, quality, and support operations.
• •Drive a culture of safety, quality, accountability, customer focus, and continuous improvement.
• •Deliver key business metrics across safety, quality, productivity, service, inventory, cost, and profitability.
• •Align plant operations and resources with company strategy, growth objectives, and customer needs.
• •Protect company assets and maintain facility security.

• •Lead and own the plant’s continuous improvement strategy and transformation.
• •Foster a culture focused on waste elimination, problem-solving, and daily performance improvement.
• •Champion Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, Visual Management, Standard Work, and Tiered Accountability.
• •Develop organizational problem-solving capabilities through coaching and root cause analysis.
• •Drive measurable improvements in safety, quality, throughput, inventory, asset utilization, and overall operational performance.

• •Ensure a safe, environmentally responsible workplace and full regulatory compliance.
• •Lead HSE and Quality Management Systems, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications.
• •Maintain effective training, audits, inspections, and risk mitigation programs.
• •Promote a culture of safety ownership and proactive risk management.

• •Lead, coach, and develop leaders and employees to achieve high performance.
• •Build a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, trust, and continuous learning.
• •Attract, retain, and develop talent through hiring, training, succession planning, and performance management.
• •Foster open communication, employee involvement, and professional growth.
• •Create an environment where employees feel valued, empowered, and motivated.

• •Support annual budgets, capital investments, and growth initiatives.
• •Manage costs while improving productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
• •Analyze operational performance and implement actions to optimize working capital and ROI.
• •Communicate results, risks, and improvement plans through regular operating reviews.

• •Lead implementation and continuous improvement of the site’s Management Operating System.
• •Champion tiered accountability, visual management, and performance review processes.
• •Ensure decisions are driven by accurate data, metrics, and disciplined problem-solving.
• •Quickly identify and address performance gaps to drive sustainable improvement.

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