<p>Why are we proud of what we do at allnex? We create coatings, products which help protect the world for all nex>t generations - and that's exactly what you can do joining us!</p> <p>Imagine how fast your smartphone would become scratched-up, ugly and unusable without a coating. Or an e-bike, the cabin of a train, a beautiful wooden floor, and countless other things in life.</p> <p>Making objects and their surfaces more attractive and longer-lasting means making them more sustainable, and that's a huge part of what working at allnex is about. No matter which role you step into, you'll become part of a global team of passionate people who care deeply about the chemistry, quality, and global impact of coatings.</p> <p>You'll also join a highly multicultural and diverse team of more than 4,000 employees in four regions who - as part of one of the world's leading coating resins companies - serve customers in over 100 countries across the globe.</p> <p>Click here to learn more about how we can make an impact together!</p> <p>For a sneak peek into life at allnex, don't miss our Operator Movie!</p> <p>Job Details</p> <ul> <li>Salary range: $175k - $225k (depending on experience) </li><li>Benefits: 3 weeks' vacation (prorated this year); 11 holidays a year; Global Bonus Plan; 3% discretionary 401K bonus; Full medical benefits offered; 401K company match up to 6% (dollar for dollar). </li></ul> <p>Position overview</p> <p>allnex is seeking a dynamic Site Manager to lead operations at our Wallingford, CT facility. In this role, you'll be responsible for driving safety, quality, cost efficiency, and environmental compliance while leading a high-performing team. You'll implement strategic initiatives, optimize production processes, and ensure adherence to ISO and regulatory standards. This is a key leadership opportunity for someone with a strong background in chemical manufacturing and a passion for operational excellence.</p> <p>Ready to make an impact? Apply today and grow your career with allnex.</p> <p>Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Lead, motivate, and develop the organization to achieve business goals and objectives. </li><li>Ensure that the company's Safety, Health, Environment, and Energy (SHEE) policies are strictly followed. </li><li>Implement processes to improve quality performance and customer satisfaction. Establish cost-saving projects and monitor product quality to target zero waste and zero off-spec products. </li><li>Execute local business strategies to achieve operational plans and cost-saving initiatives. </li><li>Ensure the achievement, maintenance, and continual improvement of procedures and policies in compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, and any other relevant certifications. </li><li>Develop and manage the manufacturing budget for the site. </li><li>Deploy an effective maintenance program to maximize the efficiency of plant assets. </li><li>Oversee process optimization and new product development initiatives. </li></ul> <p>Required skills and experience</p> <ul> <li>Proven experience in the chemical or petrochemical industry within a manufacturing environment is mandatory. </li><li>Deep understanding of chemical processes, production systems, and regulatory compliance. </li><li>Experience with ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO50001. </li><li>Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to manage, motivate, and develop cross-functional teams in a high-performance culture. </li><li>Solid project management capabilities, including planning, execution, and monitoring of cost-saving and process optimization initiatives. </li><li>Experience in managing plant operations with a focus on safety, quality, cost control, waste reduction, and equipment reliability. </li><li>WTTP experience is preferred. </li><li>Experience in a union environment highly preferred. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or a related field is required. </li><li>MBA or equivalent training in general management is preferred. </li></ul> <p>Note: Candidates with extensive experience in similar roles will be considered in lieu of formal educational requirements.</p> <p>We offer</p> <p>We are proud to offer an international working experience with a tight-knit network of employees, making it easy to connect and learn from people all across our different functions. On top of that we are a truly innovative company with a strong team spirit, openness to new ideas, and great opportunities to grow and develop your career.</p> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity</p> <p>allnex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an environment where all colleagues contribute for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our communities.</p> <p>Find out how you can make an impact!</p> <p>Check out our careers page for available opportunities. We look forward to hearing from you.</p> <p>www.allnex.com</p> <p>Nearest Major Market: New Haven</p> <p>Nearest Secondary Market: Hartford</p> <p>Job Segment: Facilities, Compliance, Chemical Engineer, Sustainability, Coating, Operations, Legal, Engineering, Energy, Manufacturing</p>