Position: Assistant Operations Manager
Department: Production
Reports to: VP Operations and President

The Primary Role of the Assistant Operations Manager is to support the V.P of Operations. Daily
functions include plant scheduling and process monitoring to meet customer requirements, working
with production leaders to execute the production schedule, updating of process procedures,
assisting in new product introduction to plant, creation and post audit of batch process records,
participation in inventory control.
Priorities will be set by the VP of Operations and ultimately the President. The Assistant Operations
Manager will also work closely with the Corporate Compliance Manager, Production Superintendent,
and Lab Manager. Other areas of focus include being an active member of Safety Leadership
Team(SLT), PSM Program, and also inventory management and control. Involvement with
maintenance and plant repairs, assist in planning and execution of upgrades (capital) improvements.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• As assigned by the VP Operations, will work with all Arnette Polymer personnel in a supportive

role that aides in the complete execution of written plans, procedures and goals assigned by
management.

• Able to receive direction both written and verbally;
• Supervise, coach, motivate, and develop staff;
• Enforces company policies and suggest improvements for safety and compliance.
• Have a good command and general working knowledge of manufacturing equipment (i.e.

cooling tower fans and circulation pumps, chiller system, steam boilers, air compressors,
reactors / mix tanks, and emergency shutdown procedures – particularly in the equipment
ties to compliance;

• Develop proven ability to direct the safe and effective handling for Arnette Polymer’s raw

materials, intermediates, and finished goods;

• Be able to conduct routine laboratory testing of products (simple titrations, Brookfield

viscosity, Karl Fisher % moisture, & color as well as develop basic skills to operate gas
chromatography);

• Comprehension of the following manufacturing techniques: vacuum distillation, atmospheric

controls, chemical addition, filtration methods, control of exothermic reactions, and
adjustment of rates of addition within the operating requirements of the equipment being
used;

• Acts in a stewardship capacity for the company, works as a functional member of the team,

has ability to self-direct and self-regulate work day;

• Works with the Corporate Compliance Manager to assist and administer the scheduling,

verification, and participation in all environmental and safety training as required by Federal,
State, County, and Local regulation as well as company policies;

• Actively participate in safety and PSM meetings and lead when necessary;
• Assist with Contractor Orientation;

Position Description

• Assist with New Employee Orientation and initial training;
• Work with the Production Superintendent to verify inventory control measures through shift

paperwork / batch ticket review, cycle count, and transfer documentation.

• Work with the Production Superintendent to verify daily HAZCOM, OSHA, RCRA, EPA, SPCC,

SPWWW, and company requirements are properly handled and step in as lead when
necessary;

• Work with Management to track and reduce waste generation and costs, track and schedule

waste needs, aide in verification of proper waste handling.

• Be lead on the proper verification of Safe Work Practices permitting preparation, usage, and

completion for LO/TO, Confined Space, Pipe Opening, Hot Work, and MOC’s;

• Additional duties may be added or removed as management requires.

Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has assigned supervisory responsibilities.
Placement Criteria

• Minimum education and experience: a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical or

Environmental Engineering, OSHA Safety Management, or related discipline (or high school
diploma if degree not required) and 2+ years of experience in a related area, or suitable
combination of education and relevant work experience as described;

• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of office and facilities coordination and basic

leadership and management knowledge; (if applicable to position)

• Demonstrated organization, facilitation, communication and presentation skills; (if applicable

to position)

• Demonstrated ability to serve as a knowledgeable resource to the organization's management

team that provides leadership and direction.

• Ability to prioritize workflow and organize diverse material and ability to handle multiple,

competing and changing priorities; ability to perform effectively without supervision and
within established time limits and ongoing deadlines;

• Ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally verbally and in writing, and

to provide exceptional service internally and externally;

• Relevant computer skills for this position include knowledge and experience with Microsoft

Office applications, business software SAGE Platinum for Windows. Displays adaptability in
learning the use of relevant software and displays comprehension of fundamental computer
practices and database management;

• Outstanding interpersonal relationship building and employee coaching and development

skills.
General Employee Expectations
Arnette Polymers views each of the following behaviors and traits as performance indicators for all
employees, regardless of position or level, and employee appraisals reflect these attributes in
addition to position specific responsibilities as an element of performance upon which job
performance is rated:

• Exhibit exemplary customer service skills, both with external customers, vendors, visitors, coworkers,

and management staff.

• Written and verbal communication skills should be concise and effective, and employees are

expected to aspire to excellence in both daily work tasks and customer service.

• Maintain professionalism in all interpersonal relationships and exercise confidentiality

concerning the affairs of the business;

• Exhibit willingness to learn, willingness to problem solve, willingness to help others and openly

and actively participates in the direction of the Company.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this position the employee is regularly required to sit and talk and
hear. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with
hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend and reach, and may
occasionally ride in a motor vehicle. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs and
occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.
This position may require the employee to handle or ship hazardous materials and hazardous waste
in accordance with applicable regulations found in 40 and 49 CFR. Strict adherence to the training
schedule outlined in the Training Plan is required. These requirements include a New Employee
Orientation. Phase 1 Training (<1 week on the job) and Phase 2 Training (>90 days on the job).
Failure to complete the required training may be grounds for disciplinary action up to and including
termination.