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Qualified Staffing

Refining Department Manager

Richmond, VA, United States

$75,000 USD / year

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Pay: $75,000 USD / year
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of production leadership experience in a manufacturing or plant environment, with demonstrated results.
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

Original job description

Refining Department Manager – Direct Hire

Location: Chesterfield, VA

Salary: $75,000 annually

Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift | Onsite

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Position Overview

Qualified Staffing is seeking an experienced Refining Department Manager for a direct-hire opportunity with an established precious metals manufacturing and refining company in Chesterfield, Virginia.

Our client is looking for a hands-on leader to oversee daily refining operations, manage production schedules, supervise employees, and drive continuous improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing or plant operations, proven leadership experience, and the ability to balance production demands with employee development and customer satisfaction.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional seeking a long-term career with a stable organization that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Refining Operations (60%)

• Oversee daily refining operations, ensuring production schedules, delivery timelines, and quality standards are consistently met.

• Monitor workflow, identify production bottlenecks, and adjust staffing assignments to maintain efficiency.

• Take a hands-on approach to leadership, learning departmental processes and assisting with production when needed.

• Review refining lots to ensure accurate settlements, processing charges, and documentation.

• Prepare and analyze production reports, inventory records, timesheets, and other operational documentation.

• Coordinate material shipments to outside processors and support accurate monthly physical inventories.

• Build and maintain professional relationships with customers, internal departments, and external vendors.

• Address customer inquiries, refining questions, settlement timelines, and disputes in a timely and professional manner.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to establish production goals, schedules, delivery expectations, and quality standards.

• Coordinate new refining services and promotional initiatives with sales and marketing teams.

• Monitor equipment performance, schedule preventive maintenance, and coordinate necessary repairs.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment, including proper chemical handling and equipment operation.

• Support environmental compliance efforts, including monitoring pollution control equipment and air and water discharge requirements.

Team Leadership & Supervision (25%)

• Supervise, train, and develop a team of six or more employees.

• Partner with senior leadership to determine staffing needs and participate in interviewing, hiring, and onboarding.

• Lead daily team meetings to communicate production goals, priorities, and safety expectations.

• Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and employee development.

• Monitor attendance, productivity, safety compliance, and quality standards.

• Promote employee engagement, accountability, teamwork, and a positive work environment.

• Ensure employees follow established procedures and maintain consistent performance expectations.

Continuous Improvement (15%)

• Develop, implement, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), production controls, and quality assurance processes.

• Evaluate refining methods and workflows to identify opportunities for cost reduction, increased production capacity, and improved efficiency.

• Support training initiatives to maintain consistent operational standards across departments.

• Oversee chemical refining processes in accordance with established safety procedures and operating guidelines.

• Research industry trends, regulatory requirements, and emerging technologies to support operational improvements.

• Prepare analytical reports, project updates, and recommendations for senior leadership.

• Identify and implement process improvements that strengthen productivity, quality, and workplace safety.

Qualifications & Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of 2 years of production leadership experience in a manufacturing or plant environment, with demonstrated results.

• Experience supervising employees, managing production workflows, and maintaining operational standards.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and time-sensitive priorities.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and general computer systems.

• Basic mechanical maintenance and electrical knowledge.

• Ability to prepare analytical reports and develop standard operating procedures.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.

• Willingness to take a hands-on approach to leadership and learn specialized refining processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Operations, Chemistry, or a related field.

• Experience in precious metal refining, chemical processing, or specialized manufacturing.

• Experience with production planning, inventory management, and process improvement initiatives.

• Knowledge of environmental regulations, chemical safety, and industrial equipment maintenance.

Compensation & Benefits

Our client offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Annual salary of $75,000.

• 23 days of paid time off annually (prorated during the first year).

• 401(k) eligibility with company profit-sharing contributions.

• Employer contributions toward medical and dental insurance.

• Company-paid life insurance.

• Optional vision and supplemental insurance.

• Tuition reimbursement for qualifying educational courses.

• Performance bonuses and employee recognition awards.

• Monthly employee luncheons, cookouts, and company activities.

• Consistent daytime schedule with no shift work.

Additional Requirements

• Candidates must successfully complete required pre-employment screenings, including criminal background, credit, and drug screening.

• Employees must comply with a metal-free dress code and workplace restrictions on cell phone use.

• This is an onsite position in Chesterfield, Virginia.

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If you're an experienced manufacturing or production leader looking to advance your career in a specialized industrial environment, Qualified Staffing wants to hear from you.

Apply today through Qualified Staffing to be considered for this direct-hire opportunity.

Qualified Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.

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Skills

Precious metals
Control production
Supervise crew
Leadership
Customer service
Teamwork
Process improvement
Workflow
Documentation
Sales
Monitor equipment
Preventive maintenance
Handle chemicals
Regulatory compliance
Maintain equipment
Team leadership
Coaching
Quality assurance methodologies
Research
Maintain operational standards
Communication skills
Collaboration
Decision making
Microsoft Office
Organizational skills
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Production planning
Inventory management
Environmental legislation
Equipment maintenance

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