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Production Superintendent – Chemical Manufacturing

El Dorado, Arkansas

$130,000 – $155,000 + relocation support

Infinitek is hiring on behalf of a leading chemical manufacturing business in El Dorado, AR, seeking an experienced Production Superintendent to lead operations across critical process units. This is a high-impact leadership role offering long-term progression, technical challenge, and the opportunity to shape operational excellence within a well-established industrial site.

Why This Opportunity?

• Join a forward-thinking, growth-focused chemical manufacturer
• Play a key role in driving safety, performance, and reliability
• Be part of a business investing in innovation and future technologies
• Enjoy relocation to El Dorado, AR – a vibrant, community-driven town with a strong quality of life and outdoor lifestyle

The Role of Production Superintendent

You'll take ownership of the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of nitric acid and ammonium nitrate production units, leading teams and driving continuous improvement across the plant.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and promote a strong safety and environmental culture (PSM, OSHA, EPA compliance)
• Deliver production targets while maintaining quality and efficiency standards
• Monitor and improve KPIs including output, reliability, and environmental performance
• Drive root cause analysis and eliminate operational constraints
• Partner closely with maintenance to maximize uptime and reliability
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development for supervisors and operators
• Support capital projects, turnarounds, and process improvements
• Maintain accurate operating procedures and documentation

What We're Looking For

• 5–10 years' experience in chemical manufacturing or heavy industrial environments
• Proven leadership experience managing operations teams
• Strong knowledge of process safety (PSM) and regulatory compliance
• Experience with nitric acid / ammonium nitrate processes (highly desirable)
• Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting and continuous improvement
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary: $120k–$155k + Bonus
• Relocation support
• Long-term career progression within a growing organization
• Opportunity to lead in a highly technical, safety-critical environment

If you're a driven operations leader looking to take the next step in your career within a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.