Operations Manager, Life Sciencees

Job Title: Operations Manager, Life Sciences
Department: Production
Reporting to: Site General Manager, Brookfield
Location: Brookfield, CT
About the Role:
Greenfield is looking for an Operations Managers to join our growing team.
The Operations Manager will oversee and manage the daily operations of chemical handling and packaging processes within the facility, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, maintaining high-quality standards, and optimizing inventory management. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the chemical manufacturing industry, a deep understanding of safety protocols, and a focus on continuous improvement. This role involves leading a team of up to 40 staff members across planning and scheduling, packaging, and shipping, fostering a culture of operational efficiency, process optimization, and innovation. The Operations Manager will provide leadership, set goals, conduct performance reviews, and support professional development, all while ensuring smooth production flow and meeting safety, quality, and performance targets.
Who We Are:
Since 1989, Greenfield Global has been the leading supplier of high-purity alcohols, specialty solvents, custom blended solutions, and fuel ethanol to businesses worldwide. Greenfield’s low-carbon ethanol helps industries reduce their carbon emissions and meet environmental objectives. Our team of researchers and engineers continue to lead innovation in sustainable energy and chemicals, including green hydrogen, green methanol, sustainable aviation fuel, and renewable natural gas.
Our primary markets are life sciences, food, flavor, fragrance, personal care, beverage alcohols, industrials, and renewable fuels. Annually, the company fulfills over 35,000 orders in more than 50 countries through its extensive global supply chain.
Our mission is to unlock the potential of people, partnerships, and nature to accelerate sustainable solutions for the health of the planet. If you love to enhance customer experiences and want to join a high-performance team that is passionate about operational excellence and cares about its role in the world and sustainability, Greenfield is the perfect place to build your career.
Job Responsibilities:
• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the chemical handling and packaging teams to meet production targets and client demands.
• Manage and lead a team of 30-40 staff to maintain operational standards.
• Train and mentor employees on safety procedures, packaging methods, and handling protocols.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement among the team.
• Provide team oversight to ensure all chemical handling and packaging operations comply internal safety standards.
• Oversee the implementation and adherence to safety protocols.
• Regularly conduct safety audits, inspections, and training to mitigate risks and maintain a safe working environment.
• Ensure that all chemicals are packaged according to quality control standards and customer specifications.
• Investigate any product defects or production quality issues and lead corrective actions as necessary.
• Manage production planning and scheduling team to ensure inventory of raw materials, packaging material, and finished goods are on track and prevent shortages.
• Manage the inventory of raw chemicals, packaging materials, and finished goods.
• Continuously review and refine chemical handling and packaging processes to improve throughput and reduce waste.
• Implement lean manufacturing techniques and process optimization initiatives to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.
• Identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot process issues, and collaborate with teams to implement solutions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of production, chemical handling, packaging processes, and compliance documentation.
• Prepare and present regular reports on operational performance, including production volumes, on time shipments, and safety metrics.
• Use data and KPIs to monitor and enhance the performance of the chemical handling, packaging processes, and on time shipments.

Your Experience Should Include:
Operations Management Experience
• 5+ years of experience in operations management within the manufacturing, chemical, or industrial industries.
• Proven expertise in overseeing chemical handling, packaging, or similar industrial processes.
• Strong ability to optimize production lines, streamline process flows, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Extensive experience managing flammable or hazardous chemicals while ensuring strict safety compliance.

Chemical Industry Knowledge
• Hands-on experience in working with chemicals, hazardous materials, or related industrial products.
• Deep understanding of chemical