Senior Operations Manager

Description

ABOUT THE COMPANY Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of graphic and packaging solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical continuously works to promote and develop sustainable solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations and improve the world around us. With combined annual sales of over $8.5 billion and more than twenty-two thousand employees worldwide, DIC Group member companies support a diverse portfolio of global customers. Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and has its principal office in Parsippany, New Jersey, USA. For more information, visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us via LinkedIn or Twitter. **THE ROLE** Sun Chemical is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead a high‑performance manufacturing site and drive operational excellence in a dynamic, unionized environment. This role is central to ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production while fostering a culture where safety, quality, and teamwork thrive. As Senior Operations Manager, you will oversee all plant operations, guide multiple teams, and collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners to meet strategic business goals. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the site and elevating operational standards in alignment with Sun Chemical’s global expectations. **KEY RESPONSIBILITIES** * Lead daily plant operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and product excellence. * Build and sustain a strong EHS culture, ensuring full regulatory compliance. * Drive continuous improvement using lean methodologies and data‑driven decision making. * Oversee production planning, resource allocation, and workflow optimization. * Maintain strong relationships with union representatives and ensure adherence to collective agreements. * Monitor KPIs and operational performance to meet and exceed business targets. * Develop, mentor, and support supervisors and frontline teams. * Ensure equipment reliability through effective maintenance coordination. * Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and open communication across the site. **YOUR PROFILE** * Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, or related field. * 10 years of experience in manufacturing operations (ink packaging industry preferred). * Strong understanding of operational excellence methodologies. * Proven leadership experience in a unionized environment. * Strong knowledge of EHS compliance and regulatory requirements. * Hands‑on experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools. * Demonstrated ability to drive cultural and process transformation. * Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills. * Ability to lead through influence and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced setting. * Experience working with MRP systems, preferably SAP. * English proficiency is required. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Sun Chemical’s policy is that job applicants are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and capability relative to the position to be filled. Sun Chemical prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred providers. We will not accept resumes submitted by employment agencies for any position unless specifically requested. All resumes submitted to Sun Chemical, or directly to its hiring managers, in any form, without a signed agreement on file and with active search participation for that position, will be deemed unsolicited, and no fee will be paid should the candidate be hired as a result of the referral or otherwise. Furthermore, any resume submitted without an active agreement in place will be considered the property of Sun Chemical, and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.