Job Title: Operations Team Leader Summary:Join our team as an Operations Team Leader in Friendly, WV. As a pivotal leader in production management, this role entails overseeing the coordination of production personnel, raw materials, equipment, and processes. In this role, you will be responsible for managing a rotating continuous operations cycle, ensuring the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance, and emergency response across all shifts. Responsibilities Include: + Ensure the safety and integrity of operations on all shifts and oversee day-to-day plant production results + Manage maintenance of environmental health and safety activities, certifications, compliance, incident investigation, and specialized programs. + Assist operators with problem resolution and maintenance functions. + Support operators in quality matters, including yields and off-spec issue identification. + Administer the collective bargaining agreement for hourly employees and handle grievance administration, arbitrations, disciplinary activities, and contract negotiations. + Act as a liaison between operators and technical resources. + Lead Maintenance Supervisors to drive craft efficiency and accountability. + Execute daily repair and replacement work for cost-effective plant operational integrity + Serve as Fire Chief or Assistant Fire Chief, trained in fire safety techniques, and lead the site's Fire Brigade in emergency response. Qualifications: The following are required for the role + 1+ years in a supervisory role + 5+ years of manufacturing experience + Minimum high school diploma or equivalent. + Strong personal orientation towards the safety of self and others + Uses effective troubleshooting skills + Clear and patient communicator who can lead calmly and confidently during challenging conditions + Willingness to work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule The following are preferred for this role + Engineering or safety degree preferred + OSHA 30 certification + Employee relations background + A strong lean manufacturing orientation + Working knowledge of SAP + Knowledge of chemistry and chemical manufacturing If you are a dedicated professional seeking a challenging role in a safety-focused and collaborative environment, we invite you to apply for the position #LI-NG1 PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position demands physical stamina, requiring regular sitting, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, twisting, turning, grasping, and movement within the facility. Walking on various surfaces and maintaining balance are essential. Strong sensory abilities, including hearing, sight, and clear speech, are necessary. Lifting to 50 pounds may be required. Certain positions may necessitate passing a fit test and wearing a respirator. The work environment for this position is a manufacturing setting, which may expose employees to outdoor weather conditions and loud noise levels. Candidates must be adaptable and comfortable working in a traditional business environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. What We Offer:Base Pay Range: $82,500 - $120,450 The actua l salary offered i s determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill set s, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable . If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply ! #BePartoftheSolution Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance. At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations. + Flexible , hybrid or remote work schedules may be available based on role. + Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage. + Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement. + Short term disability with 100 % base salary coverage. + Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets. + 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service. + 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service. + Student debt pay-off program. + Professional development programs and courses. + Wellness programs and f inancial education. About Us: Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more. Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law. To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law . An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations . Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.