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Company Overview
Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions. Key industries served include healthcare, personal & home care, mobility, infrastructure, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company's global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security, and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control, and safety.
Job Description We're looking for a hands‑on Operations Leader to lead and develop our Greensboro team and ensure safe, reliable, efficient manufacturing performance. This role owns the operations strategy for the site, developing a high-performing team and driving Lean and continuous improvement across all areas of the plant.
What You'll Lead & Achieve
Champion a world‑class safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA, environmental, and personnel protection standards
Deliver safe, on‑time, in‑full production that meets cost and quality targets
Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team - building capability, succession, and future leaders
Drive Lean / Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve processes
Own manufacturing execution: labor strategy, workforce planning, and daily production performance
Partner cross‑functionally on new product introductions, technical scale‑ups, and process enhancements
Oversee site production budgeting, scheduling, and cost control initiatives
Strengthen communication, alignment, and collaboration across shifts and functional teams
Serve as a key member of the site leadership team, helping shape culture, engagement, and operational strategy
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Engineering discipline required
7-10 years in chemical manufacturing operations or related industrial production
Supervisory and team‑leadership experience with proven coaching and development capabilities
Experience in PSM‑regulated chemical, petrochemical, or refinery environments preferred
Lean / Six Sigma training (Green Belt or Black Belt highly preferred)
Strong safety mindset and continuous improvement mindset
Financial and operational acumen (budgeting, forecasting, cost control)
Confident communicator who builds trust, alignment, and accountability
Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office
Why Aurorium
High‑visibility role with direct impact on plant culture, performance, and growth
Opportunity to lead transformation and continuous improvement strategy
Influence the future state of a key manufacturing site
Highly collaborative, values‑driven environment
A company investing in people development and leadership growth
Competitive pay, bonus program, benefits, and relocation support
Benefits & Compensation Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Next Steps If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category.
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Job Description We're looking for a hands‑on Operations Leader to lead and develop our Greensboro team and ensure safe, reliable, efficient manufacturing performance. This role owns the operations strategy for the site, developing a high-performing team and driving Lean and continuous improvement across all areas of the plant.
What You'll Lead & Achieve
Champion a world‑class safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA, environmental, and personnel protection standards
Deliver safe, on‑time, in‑full production that meets cost and quality targets
Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team - building capability, succession, and future leaders
Drive Lean / Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve processes
Own manufacturing execution: labor strategy, workforce planning, and daily production performance
Partner cross‑functionally on new product introductions, technical scale‑ups, and process enhancements
Oversee site production budgeting, scheduling, and cost control initiatives
Strengthen communication, alignment, and collaboration across shifts and functional teams
Serve as a key member of the site leadership team, helping shape culture, engagement, and operational strategy
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or Engineering discipline required
7-10 years in chemical manufacturing operations or related industrial production
Supervisory and team‑leadership experience with proven coaching and development capabilities
Experience in PSM‑regulated chemical, petrochemical, or refinery environments preferred
Lean / Six Sigma training (Green Belt or Black Belt highly preferred)
Strong safety mindset and continuous improvement mindset
Financial and operational acumen (budgeting, forecasting, cost control)
Confident communicator who builds trust, alignment, and accountability
Experience with SAP and Microsoft Office
Why Aurorium
High‑visibility role with direct impact on plant culture, performance, and growth
Opportunity to lead transformation and continuous improvement strategy
Influence the future state of a key manufacturing site
Highly collaborative, values‑driven environment
A company investing in people development and leadership growth
Competitive pay, bonus program, benefits, and relocation support
Benefits & Compensation Aurorium offers competitive total compensation packages, including benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Next Steps If you have the energy, drive, and passion for joining the Aurorium team, we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
Aurorium is a global Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability status, genetic information, or any other protected category.
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