Senior Production Manager
Bomar, part of the Bachmann Chemical & Engineering family of brands, is based out of Torrington, Connecticut. With a global presence, Bomar has been a leading innovator of advanced-performance materials for UV/EB energy, light, and other free-radical cure applications. Focused on oligomer synthesis and new product development, we're able to satisfy unique performance requirements from our global customer base of formulators which use our oligomers, resins, and additives in a variety of applications such as 3D printing, nail coatings, adhesives, industrial coatings and more.
We're seeking a results-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as a Senior Production Manager. In this role, you will lead reactor-based production ops in a continuous-run manufacturing environment by ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable execution of all batch processes. Also, to achieve high-quality output and on-time delivery by managing resources, optimizing workflows, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet production, safety, and customer objectives.
You will:
- Optimize reactor operations to meet production goals by planning and managing daily reactor schedules, allocating labor and materials, and ensuring efficient process execution to deliver required volumes on time and within cost targets.
- Improve and maintain a safe, compliant work environment by enforcing EH&S policies, conducting safety audits, addressing hazards promptly, and ensuring compliance with all chemical manufacturing regulations including OSHA PSM.
- Ensure consistent product quality and compliance by collaborating with Quality and R&D teams, monitoring in-process parameters, and resolving deviations to meet specifications and minimize defects.
- Lead and develop the Bomar production team by coaching supervisors and operators, conducting performance reviews, and fostering accountability, teamwork, and skill growth across all shifts.
- Drive continuous improvement within Bomar operations by applying Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM methodologies to reduce waste, improve yield, and enhance equipment reliability for sustained performance gains.
- Manage maintenance coordination for reactor equipment by prioritizing work orders, aligning with engineering on repairs and upgrades, and ensuring preventive maintenance schedules are met to minimize downtime.
- Monitor and control departmental budgets by tracking labor, material, and maintenance costs, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and ensuring budget adherence without compromising safety or quality.
- Coordinate and align cross-functionally to support plant-wide efficiency by aligning with Supply Chain on material availability, coordinating with Engineering on process improvements, and communicating operational status to the Plant Manager.