Imagine yourself...

· Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you.

· Growing your expertise and expanding your skillset with every project.

· Owning your ambition and fueling your career growth.

· Thriving in a supportive team environment that inspires you to strive for excellence.

· Contributing to a brighter, more sustainable future.

ChemTreat, a Veralto company, is the nation’s largest and fastest-growing specialty chemical company dedicated solely to industrial water treatment. We understand and respect the awe-inspiring power of water to impact industries, and to sustain and enhance lives. Our 2,000 associates across North and South America maximize this power for our customers—from power producers to food and beverage companies to the automotive industry—helping them grow their businesses while protecting people and the environment.

When you join the ChemTreat team and the broader Veralto network, you’ll have the chance to shape the future of our planet and the future of your career. You’ll have opportunities to build new skills and invest in your development, all while doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world’s vital water resources.

Learn more about how our team is maximizing the power of water:

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As part of our team and the broader Veralto network, you’ll be part of a unique work environment where purpose meets possibility: where you’ll make an immediate, measurable impact on a global scale.

We offer:

• Generous vacation policy
• Flexible working hours
• Professional onboarding and continuous training programs
• A supportive and innovative team environment
• Career coaching and development opportunities within Veralto’s global network
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan with company match

Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing processes and leading the Production Department at our Ashland, VA facility. This role plays a key part in ensuring operational excellence, driving continuous improvement, and promoting a strong safety culture — directly impacting the efficiency, quality, and success of our operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about leadership, lean manufacturing, and making a tangible impact in a growth-oriented environment.

This position is part of the Operations/Plant Management Department located in Ashland, VA and will be on-site.

About the Role

We are seeking a Production Manager to oversee all manufacturing processes and manage our Production Department at our Ashland, VA facility. This leadership role ensures a safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing operation while supporting our Veralto Excellence System (VES) initiatives through Standard Work, the Problem-Solving Process, and Kaizen participation.

You will provide daily leadership to the production team, manage budgets and resource allocations, drive process optimization, lead troubleshooting efforts, and champion employee development and engagement.

In this role, a typical day will look like:

• Providing leadership and managerial oversight to the production team
• Preparing and managing production budgets, schedules, and resources
• Monitoring and analyzing production KPIs and leading improvement initiatives
• Leading or supporting root cause analysis (RCA) and CAPA efforts
• Acting as Onsite Emergency Coordinator and liaising with emergency response teams
• Supporting Veralto Excellence System (VES) initiatives including Kaizen events
• Managing inventory control processes and developing long-term capital plans

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field
• 2–5 years of industrial management or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Lean Manufacturing experience and familiarity with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and be medically cleared to wear a respirator
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience in inventory management systems

What You’ll Do:

• Provide leadership and managerial oversight to the production team.
• Prepare and manage production budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Monitor production KPIs, analyze data, and drive improvements.
• Lead or support root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive action (CAPA).
• Manage inventory control processes and cycle counting activities.
• Act as the Onsite Emergency Coordinator and liaison with emergency response providers.
• Assist with recruitment, hiring, and staffing within the production department.
• Maintain and improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to meet compliance and quality standards (ISO14001, ISO9001).
• Develop long-term capital plans and oversee plant expansion projects to support operational growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required.
• 2–5 years of industrial management/supervisory experience.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with QMS (Quality Management Systems) and EMS (Environmental Management Systems).
• Inventory management and forklift operation/training experience.
• Technical, analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Must be medically cleared to wear a respirator and perform essential physical functions, including lifting up to 75 pounds.
• CDL preferred.

Working Conditions:

• 70% in a specialty chemical blending and packaging plant environment, 30% in an office setting.
• Exposure to hazardous materials and mechanical equipment; appropriate PPE (eye protection, steel toe shoes, gloves, etc.) is required.
• The noise level is occasionally loud.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a company that values innovation, safety, and sustainability.
• Enjoy opportunities for personal growth and professional development.
• Join a team where your contributions have a direct impact on operational success and community well-being.

ChemTreat is proud to be a part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto’s vibrant global network of 16,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Together, we’re Safeguarding the World’s Most Vital Resources™—and building rewarding careers along the way.

US ONLY:

The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An associate’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.

The compensation range for this role is $95,000 - $105,000 USD per year. This job is also eligible for Bonus / Incentive Pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.