Job Description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.

Job Description

Sika is looking for an experienced Plant Manager to join its growing team in the Houston area.

The Plant Manager at Sika will play a key role in leading all aspects of manufacturing operations—ensuring safety, quality, and productivity are at the forefront. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing daily plant activities, managing budgets and compliance, and building high-performing teams to support continuous growth. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, compliance, and production efficiency.
• Build and support a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and accountability across all levels of the plant.
• Monitor production output, scrap rates, and quality standards to drive consistent product performance.
• Develop and track key performance metrics (KPIs) to guide performance improvement and cost control efforts.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Planning to optimize inventory, scheduling, and product flow.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, Fire Marshall) and company policies.
• Oversee hiring, training, and development of plant personnel to support a skilled and engaged workforce.
• Manage facility maintenance, capital projects, and budget execution to maintain operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemical, electrical or other related degree preferred or 8+ years progressive.
• experience in a key leadership/management role at a manufacturing facility with technical aptitude and analytical skills.
• Previous experience / strong understanding of budgeting / expense management with a basic understanding of financial and accounting practices.
• Strong computer skills including the ability to prepare spreadsheets and use Microsoft Office Products (Outlook / Word /Excel / PowerPoint).
• Previous experience / best practices implementing and using continuous improvement / lean tools such as: Six Sigma,Lean Manufacturing, Transactional Lean, etc. to drive improvement.

Additional Information

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

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