Manufacturing Operations Manager - Ketaspire
Syensqo · - Augusta, GA
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $115k–$142k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A management production role at Syensqo (chemicals) in - Augusta, GA. In this highly visible leadership role, you will lead shift supervisors and the broader operations team to deliver safe, reliable, efficient, and high-quality production of Ketaspire® high-performance polymers.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- EHS / safety
- Base pay
- $115k–$142k
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Engineer roles in Georgia: typical posted base $120k–$147k. This one lists $115k–$142k.
Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 19 production engineer openings in Georgia, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 18 other live production postings in Georgia.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 53%
- ✓ EHS / safety 37%
- Root cause 26%
- Lean 21%
- Six Sigma 21%
- New product launch 21%
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requirements
into clear operating expectations and actions.
Partner with maintenance and reliability teams to improve asset availability, resolve operational issues, and optimize unit performance.
Drive continuous improvement and Manufacturing Excellence , identifying and implementing opportunities to improve productivity, reliability, and fixed and variable costs.
Bring together the right expertise to solve manufacturing challenges , collaborating with operators, supervisors, engineers, R&I, plant support teams, and external experts.
Ensure the operations team has the tools, training, knowledge, and support needed to perform effectively and independently.
Process Safety Management (PSM) experience
Significant experience in operations, maintenance, or engineering in a manufacturing environment.
A strong commitment to occupational safety, process safety, and environmental performance.
Proven ability to improve manufacturing performance through problem solving, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across various site and business teams.
A collaborative leadership style and the ability to develop people, build strong teams, and create a sense of shared accountability.
Experience leading change and implementing improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
The ability to use operational and business performance measures to establish priorities and drive results.
The ability to effectively manage multiple priorities, make sound decisions, and operate successfully in an environment that includes risk and uncertainty.
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Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
We are looking for
We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations for our Ketaspire® production unit in Augusta, Georgia. In this highly visible leadership role, you will lead shift supervisors and the broader operations team to deliver safe, reliable, efficient, and high-quality production of Ketaspire® high-performance polymers. You will have the opportunity to shape how the unit operates—developing people, improving manufacturing performance, partnering with maintenance and engineering, supporting capital investments, and advancing Manufacturing Excellence. Reporting to the Ketaspire Unit Manager, you will play a key role in the unit’s safety, environmental, quality, cost, and production performance while helping create a culture in which people can perform at their best.
We count on you for
Lead the Ketaspire operations team in delivering the production plan safely, reliably, on quality, and within budget.
Develop and coach 4 shift supervisors and approximately 24 operations personnel , building capability, accountability, and a strong team culture.
Champion safety and environmental performance , embedding Syensqo’s Safety Principles, Life Saving Rules, and Leading with Safety programs into day-to-day operations.
Ensure consistent product quality and customer satisfaction by translating quality
You will bring
A bachelor's degree in engineering ; chemical engineering is preferred.
Safety and environmental leadership
- •Safety is fundamental to this role. You will actively lead and participate in site HSE and process safety programs, including safety audits, job safety analyses, process hazard reviews, pre-startup safety reviews, and incident investigations.
- •You will maintain a strong working knowledge of applicable site environmental standards and regulatory requirements, including air, wastewater, stormwater, hazardous waste, and facility environmental plans. You will also ensure required safety and compliance training is completed and that environmental and safety expectations are incorporated into daily operations.
You can count on us for
A visible operations leadership role with meaningful influence over people, manufacturing performance, continuous improvement, and investment decisions.
The opportunity to lead production of Ketaspire® high-performance polymers used in demanding advanced-material applications.
Broad collaboration and exposure across operations, engineering, maintenance, R&I, plant support, and business teams.
The opportunity to develop supervisors and operations talent while helping shape the culture and performance of the unit.
Career development and learning opportunities within a global science and advanced-materials company.
An inclusive workplace where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued.
You will get
Competitive salary and benefits package.
16 weeks of maternity, paternity, and co-parenting leave , according to local regu