Westlake is a global manufacturer serving the construction and industrial sectors with infrastructure materials such as epoxy, polymers, plastics, and pipe fittings. Founded in 1986, the company has expanded over decades by focusing on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Westlake’s large international workforce supports its manufacturing and materials operations, while its hiring activity spans roles connected to production, engineering, business operations, and other corporate functions. The company also highlights employee development, community service, and support for charitable organizations as part of its workplace culture.
Remote Director of Operations, North America Manufacturing at Westlake
Lead Westlake’s North American manufacturing and distribution network as Director of Operations. The role combines safety, Lean improvement, P&L ownership, innovation, and leadership development.
Description
- Oversee performance across multiple North American manufacturing facilities and distribution centers
- Lead safety, quality, environmental, production, conversion cost, and policy compliance programs
- Build a strong culture of safety and environmental responsibility
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and company HSE policies
- Advance proactive risk management and ongoing safety improvements
- Deliver safe, dependable, and cost-efficient facility operations
- Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence methods to continuous improvement
- Improve productivity, quality, inventory control, logistics, and supply chain results
- Own the full P&L for the Building Products Business Unit
- Prepare annual operating plans, forecasts, capital budgets, and strategic business plans
- Pursue revenue growth, margin expansion, cash generation, and improved return on invested capital
- Track business results and introduce corrective measures when needed
- Define and monitor key performance indicators
- Direct innovation programs and partner with technical, engineering, and commercial teams on products and market solutions
- Assess market opportunities and direct strategic investment priorities
- Recruit, develop, and retain a strong leadership team
- Support coaching, mentoring, and succession planning
- Promote accountability, engagement, teamwork, and ongoing learning
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, operations management, finance, or a related field
- At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, building products, industrial operations, or a related industry
- Working knowledge of building materials, construction products, distribution channels, and manufacturing processes
- Proven experience leading large-scale, multi-site manufacturing operations
- Experience with full P&L ownership
- Demonstrated success delivering growth, operational improvements, and financial performance
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach, and communicate by speaking and hearing frequently
- Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch occasionally
- Willingness to work in operating units while using required PPE, including safety glasses and hearing protection
- Ability to travel up to 50% by air or automobile
- MBA preferred
Benefits
- Entrepreneurial work environment
- Opportunities to broaden professional and career experience
- Travel of up to 50%, including air and automobile travel
- Equal Opportunity Employer