Job Description:
Freeport Operations Manager
Huntsman is seeking a Freeport Operations Manager supporting the Freeport Ethyleneamines Operations Division located in Freeport, Texas. This position will report to the Plant Manager.
Job ScopeThis role provides strategic leadership to the Freeport Ethyleneamines Operations Team to ensure safe, reliable, and profitable operations across production trains and distribution. The Operations Manager guides day-to-day operations, leads a multidisciplinary team, drives operational excellence, ensures regulatory and process safety compliance, and aligns operational execution with site and business strategic objectives.
In summary, as the Freeport Operations Manager, you will:Ensure safe and reliable plant operations through visible leadership, coaching, development, and recognition of team members.
Oversee operation of the two Ethyleneamines trains, filtration plant, deep well, and Distribution team across 4-shift Operations crews.
Optimize production rates, ensure quality, and balance customer demand with maintenance, turnarounds, CAPEX development, and cost management.
Lead a diverse team including Operations Supervisors, Production Specialists, Distribution Team Lead, OMC, Process Trainer, Analysts, and Filter Plant Specialists.
Use key performance indicators to drive performance across safety, reliability, and cost.
Partner with Technical and Engineering leaders to support reliability, bad actor management, project development, and MOC processes.
Serve as Process Safety Leader—overseeing investigations, MOCs, recommended actions, and abnormal situation management.
Lead change management, communication, and team empowerment initiatives.
Oversee hiring, promotions, performance management, and development across Production teams.
Manage annual Operations and Distribution budgets while influencing maintenance spend and turnaround planning.
Coach and develop Production and Maintenance teams, embedding learning, causal thinking, and recognition into performance discussions.
Stand in for the Plant Manager during emergencies or urgent site events.
Support sitewide EHS initiatives and complete required training.
Collaborate effectively across functions and contribute to Huntsman-wide goals.
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.
Minimum QualificationsEducation required:
Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field (Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred).
In exceptional cases, deep operational experience with strong leadership and technical knowledge may substitute for degree requirements.
Experience required:
10+ years of experience in an industrial environment (petrochemical experience preferred).
5+ years of people leadership experience with direct reports and leadership of managers, supervisors, or team leads.
Candidates must demonstrate:
Strong understanding of safety, environmental, and process safety requirements.
Broad knowledge of petrochemical engineering principles and plant operations.
High technical and analytical ability to diagnose operational/reliability challenges and make rapid, risk-based decisions.
Proficiency in management systems, work processes, and KPI-driven performance.
Ability to motivate, influence, and develop people at all levels.
Strong communication skills and ability to navigate diverse perspectives across teams, corporate partners, and contractors.
Experience with continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong business acumen related to manufacturing asset performance.
Initiative, resilience, and effectiveness in high-pressure or complex situations.
Proficiency with internet tools, email, Microsoft applications, and willingness to adopt digital solutions that enhance safety and efficiency.
Engineering degree (Chemical or Mechanical).
Petrochemical operations leadership experience.
Demonstrated success leading large operational teams or multi-discipline functions.
Frequent presence in plant operating areas is essential.
Ability to work extended hours as needed to support operations or emergency events.
Involves regular interaction with production units, distribution areas, contractors, and partners in a petrochemical environment.
Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.
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What We Do
Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2019 revenues of approximately $7 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions.
We view our customers as valued partners. That’s why we believe in a collaborative approach to client relations and work directly with our customers to develop new chemical components that meet their unique needs. Our dedication to our customers is matched only by our dedication to the environment. As part of our commitment to bettering the industry, we strive to operate safe, clean, efficient facilities in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. This means actively seeking opportunities to leverage our resources to assist those in need around the world. It’s all part of our growth-driven approach, which reflects the spirit of free enterprise and is centered on creating mutual benefits for customers, employees, suppliers and the communities where we work.
