Refinery Operations Manager -

Manufacturing Date Posted:

27 September 2026

Closing Date:

October 27, 2026

Recruiter:

Cargill Location:

Newark, California Salary:

USD135,000

to

USD170,000

Job Type & Industry:

Production, Manufacturing & Operations Contract Type:

Permanent Job Reference:

2989944442-2 Apply for this job now Job Description Cargill is seeking a Refinery Superintendent to lead day-to-day operations at our manufacturing refinery. In this role, you will oversee production activities to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality output while meeting regulatory and environmental standards. You will lead and mentor frontline leaders and operators, drive continuous improvement, and coordinate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and supply chain to optimize throughput and minimize downtime. This position is ideal for an operations leader experienced in process industries who is passionate about safety, people development, and operational excellence in a global, values-driven organization. Responsibilities Oversee daily refining operations for safety, quality, and efficiency Lead and develop refinery production teams and supervisors Implement and monitor process improvements and KPIs Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and regulatory standards Coordinate maintenance planning to minimize downtime Manage production schedules, inventory, and throughput targets Collaborate with quality, engineering, and supply chain teams Drive continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives Develop and manage refinery operating budgets Report performance metrics and action plans to senior leadership Required Skills Refinery operations management Process engineering fundamentals Production planning and scheduling Safety and environmental compliance (PSM, OSHA, EPA) Continuous improvement / Lean / Six Sigma Team leadership and people development Root cause analysis and problem-solving Manufacturing KPIs and performance management Budgeting and cost control CMMS and maintenance coordination