Job Description

Assistant Plant Manager – Silicas Manufacturing

Westlake, Louisiana

$165,000 + 20% Bonus

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Minerals / Manufacturing)

Polish language skills preferred

About the Role

We’re seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to join our team at a leading silicas manufacturing facility in Westlake, LA. In this high-impact leadership role, you’ll work alongside the Plant Manager to drive production efficiency, ensure product quality, maintain the highest safety standards, and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

This position offers competitive compensation, a performance-based bonus, and a unique opportunity to influence plant strategy and operational excellence .

What You’ll Do

• Assist in managing all plant operations – including production, maintenance, quality, and safety.
• Supervise and mentor teams to achieve high performance.
• Oversee production scheduling to meet customer demands and ensure on-time delivery.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Monitor and analyze production metrics (yield, throughput, downtime, quality) and report results to leadership.
• Work with Maintenance and Engineering to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in environmental, health, and safety practices.
• Support budgeting, cost control, and capital project implementation .
• Collaborate across departments (QA, Engineering, Maintenance, Logistics) to align on goals.
• Lead training initiatives to build team skills in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational best practices .
• Participate in leadership meetings and strategic planning discussions.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Minerals / Manufacturing preferred).
• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations (silicas, minerals, or chemicals preferred).
• Proven supervisory experience in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
• Strong communication and presentation skills at all organizational levels.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (certification preferred).
• Proficiency in SAP, DCS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.

Preferred:

• Silicas manufacturing experience.
• Ability to speak and translate Polish .

Why Join Us?

• $200,000 base salary + 20% bonus
• Opportunity to work in a strategic leadership role in a growing manufacturing facility
• Work with an experienced leadership team dedicated to operational excellence
• Impact plant-wide improvements in productivity, quality, and safety

Apply today and bring your expertise to a team where your contributions directly impact the bottom line.

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