Plant Manager Job at FlexTek, Amboy, CA

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  • FlexTek
  • Amboy, CA

Job Description

Plant Manager – Chemical Manufacturing / Minerals Processing

Location: Mojave Desert Region, CA (Relocation Available)

Industry: Specialty Chemicals / Mineral Processing

Employment Type: Full-Time

A leading global specialty chemicals and industrial minerals producer is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations at a key Calcium Chloride manufacturing and brine-field processing facility in the Mojave Desert region of California. This role oversees all daily plant operations, safety, quality, production, mining field activities, and regulatory compliance for a critical site in the company’s North American network.

This is a hands-on leadership position in a remote desert environment, responsible for driving safe, reliable, and efficient operations across chemical processing, field pit mining, food-grade production, and major capital projects.

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations & Leadership

  • Lead day-to-day plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, logistics, and field brine activities.
  • Develop and execute production schedules aligned with customer demand and inventory targets.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase throughput, reduce waste, and enhance reliability.
  • Manage plant budgets, cost controls, OEE performance, and capital projects.
  • Develop and mentor plant personnel while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.
  • Prepare operational and financial performance reports for senior leadership.

Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality

  • Ensure full compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations including Cal-OSHA, EPA, DOT, and county requirements.
  • Oversee environmental reporting, hazardous waste management, and spill prevention measures.
  • Lead root-cause investigations, safety audits, and process hazard reviews.
  • Maintain rigorous quality control systems to support food-grade chemical production.
  • Coordinate annual regulatory and quality audits, including FDA, State of California FDB, NSF-60, Kosher, Halal, OMRI, and local county agencies.

Mining, Brine & Field Operations

  • Oversee field pit brine production, brine well operations, and evaporation processes.
  • Manage mining-related compliance including reclamation permits, annual inspections, and financial assurance filings.
  • Collaborate with regulatory agencies such as the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and local environmental authorities.
  • Lead salt production forecasting, inventory planning, and truck hauling programs for harvested material.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering , Process Engineering , or a related technical field required.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in chemical manufacturing, mineral processing, or mining operations.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing plant operations, production teams, and HSE programs.
  • Strong background in chemical processing, brine systems, industrial minerals, or water-treatment chemistry.
  • Experience with food-grade production, QMS systems, and regulatory audits (FDA, NSF-60, etc.).
  • Demonstrated success leading capital projects, continuous improvement programs, and cross-functional teams.
  • Strong working knowledge of Cal-OSHA and California environmental compliance requirements.
  • Ability to work and lead effectively in a remote, desert-based operational environment.

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to pass pre-employment background, medical, and drug screening.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Occasional travel (<10%).

Compensation & Benefits

A competitive compensation package is offered, including base salary, bonus opportunity, relocation support, and full benefits. Final compensation will be based on experience.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Local area, Remote work, Relocation, Relocation package,

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