Plant Manager
$132k - $188k
Expert
Bachelor's
Torrington, CT, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production Operations
No H1B Sponsorship
About the job
Requirements
- A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience, is required.
- Proficiency in enterprise resource planning systems is required; JDE-E1 is most desirable, along with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Skill in operational budget management and capital project recommendations is required.
- At least 10 years of progressive leadership in chemical manufacturing operations, including at least 5 years managing multifunctional teams, is required.
- Expertise in chemical processes, unit operations, and process control systems is required.
- Demonstrated success applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and total productive maintenance methodologies is required.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.
Responsibilities
- Deliver production performance targets for the Torrington site by managing adhesive manufacturing from reactor operations through chemical mixing and process/filling, aligning schedules, labor, materials, and process controls to meet cost and delivery objectives while maintaining safe and stable operations.
- Lead and develop teams across site functions by directing managers and supervisors in production, equipment manufacturing, and maintenance, setting performance expectations, mentoring for skill growth, and fostering accountability, collaboration, and engagement.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety, health, and environmental regulations, including process safety management, Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements, ISO 9001, and environmental requirements; conduct site-specific risk assessments and embed safe work practices into daily operations.
- Drive site-level continuous improvement and process optimization using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and total productive maintenance methodologies to analyze production data, identify inefficiencies, reduce waste and variation, and implement solutions that sustain gains in productivity and yield.
- Manage operational budgets and recommend capital investments by monitoring labor, materials, utilities, and maintenance costs, identifying cost-reduction opportunities, and preparing business cases for capital projects that improve reliability, efficiency, or capacity within approved limits.
- Maintain equipment reliability and availability by developing and overseeing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, scheduling planned downtime, tracking asset performance metrics, and ensuring timely resolution of maintenance issues.
- Improve and maintain product quality by enforcing quality control procedures, supporting root-cause investigations for nonconformances, and collaborating with the site quality team on corrective actions to reduce defects, rework, and customer complaints.
- Promote alignment across departments at the Torrington site by standardizing work practices, key performance indicators, and reporting formats, facilitating information flow, and ensuring teams work toward shared goals and coordinated plans.
About the company
Bachmann Chemical and Engineering provides eco-friendly light-curable solutions, including Dymax materials, dispensing equipment, and UV/LED curing systems that are designed to work together as an integrated system for manufacturing. The products cure when exposed to UV or LED light, and the materials and equipment are matched to optimize performance in production lines. The company supports customers with product and process design, testing, initial production runs, system integration, and ongoing service for the life of the process. It serves sectors such as aerospace and defense, energy, medical devices, and electronics. The goal is to help engineers improve manufacturing efficiency and reliability by offering a coordinated, end-to-end light-curing solution.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
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Founded
1980
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Dymax opened a Querétaro distribution and technical center on July 2, 2026.
- Dymax released HLC-M-1004 on May 27, 2026 for complex medical device assembly.
- Bachmann appointed Daniel Pfeifer CEO effective January 1, 2026, sharpening execution focus.
What critics are saying
- Dymax's employee count fell to 448 by March 2026, down 7.2% since 2023.
- Job postings dropped 33.3% in 2026, suggesting slower hiring momentum.
- If PCB and medical launches stall, Dymax loses its innovation premium against larger formulators.
What makes Bachmann Chemical and Engineering unique
- Dymax launched 9310 adhesive on July 30, 2026 for high-reliability PCB reinforcement.
- Dymax's light-curing materials and equipment platform spans electronics, medical, energy, and maritime uses.
- Bachmann reports over 575 employees and 114 million euros turnover, signaling meaningful scale.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Training Programs
- Wellness Program