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Sr Plant Manager

Lubrizol · Wilmington, MA

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Level
Manager
Team
Production
Base pay
$155k–$205k
Degree
Preferred
Experience asked
8+ years
Industry
Chemicals
Posted
2 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A management production role at Lubrizol (chemicals) in Wilmington, MA. Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.

They ask for
8+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names
Painting / coating
Base pay
$155k–$205k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Production Engineer roles in Massachusetts: typical posted base $155k–$205k. This one lists $155k–$205k.

Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 26 production engineer openings in Massachusetts, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Massachusetts plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 25 other live production postings in Massachusetts.

Experience asked
Typical (8+ years)

Similar roles usually ask 8+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Root cause 31%
  • Automation 31%
  • Lean 31%
  • New product launch 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Painting / coating, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 8+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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How to get in at this plant

Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.

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  3. 3

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    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

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    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

This plant: Lubrizol in Wilmington

2 other open roles at this site · 3 people we found in production roles at Lubrizol.

Full description from LubrizolAs posted on their careers site.Show

Required Qualifications

that Enable Your Success.

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree in chemical, chemistry, polymer, material, or relevant engineering field, advanced degree in engineering or MBA is a plus
  • ✓Minimum 8 years manufacturing leadership and over 15 years of manufacturing experience in the chemical or relevant industry
  • ✓Proven ability to effectively lead with minimal supervision, demonstrating an entrepreneurial attitude.
  • ✓Medical polymers or medical industry experience is preferred
  • ✓Proven ability to effectively lead with minimal supervision, demonstrating an entrepreneurial attitude.
  • ✓Proficient in leading the plant, providing direction, support and development for manufacturing teams across the plant.
  • ✓Experienced at driving team development and performance, ensuring a high level of employee engagement.
  • ✓Can effectively work in a matrix organization.
  • ✓Strong communication and networking skills.
  • ✓Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills as well as facilitation experience.
  • ✓Must demonstrate enthusiasm, a sense of urgency, attention to detail, commitment and follow-through while maintaining confidentiality and meeting deadlines.

Your Work Environment.

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

  • ✓Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
  • ✓Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
  • ✓Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment.
  • ✓Occasional lifting or movement of materials.
  • ✓Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

Benefits that Empower You.

  • ✓Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
  • ✓401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
  • ✓Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
  • ✓Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • ✓Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
  • ✓Flexible work environment
  • ✓Learning and development opportunities
  • ✓Career and professional growth
  • ✓Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com !

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You.

For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value.

Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.

We win because of you. Let’s bu

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Location: Wilmington, MA

Employment Type: Exempt, Full-Time, Onsite

Salary: $155,000.00 - $205,000.00 + Annual Bonus

Shape the Future with Us.

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

The Plant Manager provides overall leadership of the operation of the Wilmington site. The Wilmington site supports both Estane and Life Sciences businesses within Lubrizol Advanced Materials division. The Plant Manager is accountable for safety, quality, delivery, cost, people, capital management and continuous improvement. The Plant Manager is responsible for setting the vision for the site that allows for the effective planning and execution of all activities needed to support safely deliver products and services to our customers, while ensuring overall sound and responsible operation of the facility.

  • •Champion safety as a core value and ensure accountability for safety performance at all levels of the organization.
  • •Lead Manufacturing, HSE&S, Quality, logistics, Maintenance, and Engineering functions, including responsibility for expense and capital budgets.
  • •Ensure implementation of Lubrizol systems and procedures to support HSE&S, operations, human resources, and finance objectives.
  • •Foster teamwork, ownership, and responsiveness to meet manufacturing and business needs.
  • •Develop and execute the Wilmington annual operating plan in alignment with business and operations requirements.
  • •Lead talent management, employee development, and constructive employee relations to build organizational capability.
  • •Partner with marketing, sales, and R&D to support product development, scale-up, and product modifications.
  • •Build strong relationships across operations to improve connectivity and ensure on-time delivery to customers.
  • •Partner with business and commercial teams through a collaborative, business-driven approach to support site and business priorities.

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