Operations Manager (Cherry Hill)

A high-performing, privately held manufacturer of advanced specialty materials is looking for a Production Manager to lead operations at a large-scale, continuously operating facility. This is not a maintenance-mode role — it's an opportunity to step into a visible leadership position where your decisions directly impact plant performance, safety culture, and operational excellence across the board.Key Responsibilities:• Own and lead all production operations with accountability for safety, quality, output, and cost performance• Drive and reinforce a strong safety culture aligned with OSHA standards and environmental compliance• Lead a team of ~70 employees across a 24/7 manufacturing operation, including supervisors, engineers, operators, and technical staff• Set expectations, coach leaders, and elevate overall team performance• Oversee production scheduling and daily execution to meet operational targets• Optimize utilization of labor, materials, and equipment• Track and analyze production metrics, reporting performance to senior leadership• Partner with maintenance to prioritize work orders and respond to equipment issues• Support outage planning and coordinate plant shutdown activities• Lead root cause analysis on production issues and equipment failures• Ensure adherence to ISO-aligned quality systems and documentation standards• Investigate incidents and implement corrective actions and process improvements• Support capital projects and provide input on process design and operational improvements• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, R&D, labs, and warehouse teamsWhat They're Looking For:• 5+ years of leadership experience in chemical manufacturing or similar industrial environments• 7+ years managing personnel in a production setting• Proven ability to lead large teams and drive measurable performance improvements• Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and operational integrity• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, including PSM, MOC, and PSSR• Experience with chemical process equipment (reactors, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, pumps, etc.)• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and technical drawings• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical or related preferred)• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools• Ability to support a 24/7 operation while working primarily Monday–Friday onsite