Operations Engineer

Job Title: Operations Engineer

Job Description

A leading manufacturer of chemical additive products is seeking an Operations Engineer for its Sauget, IL location. This role involves supporting various units and decommissioning processes, with a focus on driving operational efficiency, meeting key performance indicators in safety, quality, throughput, production, reliability, and maintenance. The position requires cross-functional collaboration and leadership, along with reporting and cost management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safe and efficient operations to meet production and quality targets within budgeted costs.
• Supervise unionized wage and salaried non-union personnel.
• Manage budgeting and cost control efforts.
• Identify opportunities for cost and efficiency improvements.
• Ensure personnel are adequately trained to perform their jobs.
• Direct outside contractors as needed.
• Interact with raw material suppliers, first layer of buyers/customers, and corporate personnel in S&OP business planning, procurement, and capital planning.
• Support the operation of the unit with direct reports, including team managers and process engineers.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in engineering, quality assurance, safety, chemical processes, and reliability.
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing/operations supervision, focusing on OEE, cost management, quality, KPI management, and operation unit results.
• Experience with cross-functional teams and presenting to upper-level management.
• Understanding of OSHA and PSM regulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or Industrial Engineering, or strong experience in chemical manufacturing.
• Experience working in a union environment is beneficial but not mandatory.

Work Environment

The role requires spending at least 75% of the time in the plant and on the floor with cross-functional teams, ensuring a hands-on approach to operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Sauget, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $85.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Sauget,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

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