Plant Manager II - PT

About Arclin

You can find Arclin everywhere. Our technologies make homes and transportation safer, help crops flourish, keep water clean, protect first responders and members of the military, and preserve the purity of essential pharmaceuticals. These vital, everyday products can't fail, and we’re here to give the world an extra layer of performance and peace of mind.

With ~4,000 team members across more than 30 global manufacturing facilities, we operate with the scale to make a global impact and the agility to solve complex challenges at the molecular level. Rooted in scientific discovery and innovation, Arclin’s materials redefine performance across industries - from Firepoint®’s patented intumescent technology that helps stall flames and save lives to the iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® brands trusted to protect those who serve, strengthen aerospace and industrial systems, and perform where reliability and safety are top of mind.

As we expand our mission‑critical materials portfolio and shape the next era of performance technologies, we’re looking for people who want to grow, lead, and solve the challenges others can’t. Together, we’ll advance the innovations that keep the world moving. Because at Arclin, our people are truly Vital Beyond Measure.

Plant Manager II Job, [Location]

Arclin USA is looking for a Plant Manager II for our [Location]. Reporting into the Senior Director of Manufacturing This position is accountable and responsible for executing the required Standard Operating Procedures at each plant site to ensure “safe operations environment while delivering; the lowest manufacturing cost possible; meeting the product specification with lowest possible product variability; producing the order on time and complete quantities (i.e. “Customer Delight). Included is the responsibility for establishing the budget and goals for the business and for managing performance against the budget and goals.

Plant Manager II Job Responsibilities

• Displays all the characteristics of Arclin’s Leadership Model and outwardly communicates and expects the same from all deputies, peers and employees.
• Ensures that the operation and associated project work occurs in compliance with all Arclin policies and procedures including HSE and regulatory requirements. Meet all Federal, Provincial, State environmental requirements.
• Creates a team environment conducive to innovation. Integrates the innovative thinking of direct reports, peers, project team members into decisions which benefit project outcomes, while building the capabilities of team members.
• Achieves project or defined sub-set of departmental objectives within agreed time, cost, and quality parameters
• Produce products at the lowest possible cost through the continuous optimization of rate, waste and energy consumption, while minimizing labor density
• Explains context/rationale for team goals/deliverables to direct reports in ways which enable team members to fully engage their talent and business acumen
• Develops annual departmental plans and ensures that expense and capital budgets are aligned with functional and Business objectives. Communicates broader plans and objectives while cascading work assignments to team members.
• Provides full cycle performance management support for direct reports; this includes: setting objectives, coaching and monitoring work in progress, coaching for career direction and skill development, providing formal feedback and recognition, communicating overall departmental and function strategic direction and progress against plans. Removes barriers, gains access to resources and prioritizes the work of team members.
  
  

Plant Manager II Job Requirements

• Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering or Science required
• Trained or Certified in LSS methodologies (Lean Practitioner, Green Belt, Black Belt)
• Proven track record of supporting 3-6 LSS projects to closure annually
• 10-15 years relevant manufacturing experience
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing a plant of 40+ employees
• Knowledge of resin manufacturing and/or paper treating
• Ability to deal with customer problems that have been elevated and/or to proactively approach customers to anticipate and manage potentially contentious situations.
• Demonstrated ability to read the pulse of the organization and to stay connected the base to proactively manage employee relations situations.
• Knowledge of HSE regulations for jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated project management and process improvement management.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer is a plus