Operations Area Leader

At DuPont, we are working on things that matter; whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. 

If you would like to be a part of a premier multi-industrial company that is delivering sustainable solutions that bring real purpose and value, of a company with collaborative spirit because it believes that we work best when we work together as a team and values the diversity of thought, then DuPont is the company for you!

We are excited to share that on May 22, 2024, DuPont announced plans to separate(1) into three industry-leading, independent publicly traded companies. This strategic move will create focused businesses with distinct investment profiles. We believe the proposed separations will create opportunities for all three future companies to better serve their customers and unlock long-term value for stakeholders. This process is expected to take 18-24 months from the date of announcement to complete. We are committed to supporting our employees throughout this transition and ensuring a smooth and successful separation process. We look forward to welcoming new talent who are interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.

WHY JOIN US?

Our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter! 

Have the Opportunity to chart your own course, challenge yourself, and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We reward employees with competitive pay and incentives to recognize skills, competencies, and contributions to business results. 

Get to Experience a collaborative environment where teamwork is celebrated with flexibility that enhances balance and an inclusive atmosphere that is welcoming to all!

Get to know our Purpose and make it yours by bringing innovations to market that improve the world, share a commitment to sustainability that makes our planet better and give back to communities in which we work and live.

Our Operations team is essential to delivering the innovative and life-saving products we make for our customers. We depend on our team members to actively engage in continuously improving our operations while we provide the growth and development to help them build their skills and career. Operational Excellence in our workplace unleashes the energy, creativity and collaboration – along with our tools, technology and training – that enables our people to perform at their best.

Area Leader is a leadership role focused on building fully engaged and competent teams that deliver results in line with the area performance goals in a safe and efficient way.  The Area Leader will be responsible for 33 direct reports including bargained and non-bargained operations personnel and technical staff for our DVB and Copolymer production facilities within the Dow Michigan Operations industrial park located in Midland, Michigan.  The Area Leader is accountable for all facets of operations including safety, quality and production and will be a key enabler for driving continuous improvement, productivity and a plant culture aligned with Dupont’s core values.

Your key responsibilities:

• Embraces and role models DuPont Core Values of Safety and Health, Respect for People, Highest Ethical Behavior and Protecting the Planet.
• Communicates performance goals, metrics and outcomes within area to meet production goals and the customers’ needs safely and efficiently.
• Promotes commitment and ownership to Operational Excellence by engaging team members to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, eliminate waste and remove barriers; Uses lean and digital tools effectively.
• Hires, retains and develops talent to meet current and future capabilities; Promotes a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment.
• Coaches, develops, and provides regular performance feedback to team members to build capabilities, align on expectations and overall team effectiveness; Uses reward and recognition to drive the right behaviors and results.
• Partners with leaders to stay informed of the business strategy and needs; Pivots as needed to deliver business value.
• Organizes area resources to drive performance; Completes administrative requirements timely and efficiently.
• Knows the site/unit/area products, our customers and their requirements​.
• Uses business knowledge and cost modeling tools to build cases and evaluate needs/opportunities.
• Primary sponsor of area Operational Discipline including procedure use, management systems, training, etc.
• Interprets an