Senior Production Manager
Job Description
Job Description
About Us
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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.
About You
We’re seeking a resulted-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 environmentby 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
Requirements
You should have:
- BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent required
- 7+ years progressive experience in chemical manufacturing operations management, including 3+ years in a process engineering role, leading improvement projects preferred
- Experience in continuous-run reactor environments preferred
- Deep understanding of chemical process operations, unit operations, reaction kinetics, and process control systems
- Proficiency in using ERP systems – JDE-E1 most desirable – and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong knowledge of chemical processes, unit operations, and process control systems (DCS, SCADA).
- Familiarity with OSHA 1910.119 PSM and related safety frameworks (HAZOP, LOPA, MOC).
- Understanding of maintenance and reliability practices for process equipment
- Ability to work in a chemical plant environment with PPE as required. Occasional off-hours presence for continuous operational support.
- Proven ability to lead small-to-moderate teams in a high-hazard production environment.
- Skilled in decision-making under pressure with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communicator with the ability to influence across functions.
- Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM preferred
Salary Range: $106,000 - $152,000
Benefits
Dymax offers its employees:
- Attractive salaries
- Personal growth opportunities
- Excellent benefits packages that include:
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) - effective date of hire
- Retirement Plan (401K)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Generous Paid Time Off and Public Holidays
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Free uniforms and footwear
- Training & Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Resources
Dymax takes the compensation of its employees very seriously and considers several factors when determining the total compensation package including but not limited to location, market range, skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Dymax salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range. The range listed is just one component of Dymax’s total compensation packages for employees.
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