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Senior Technical Manager
The best engineering leaders don't just improve processes—they develop people who transform organizations. We're conducting a confidential search for a Senior Technical Manager to lead and develop a growing team of process engineers for a leading chemical manufacturer. We're looking for someone who brings: Proven success leading, coaching, and developing process engineers, including early-career talent. […]
Director of Sales
An exciting Director of Sales opportunity is available with an innovative cosmetic and personal-care ingredients manufacturer. Take the lead in developing an underpenetrated Northeast market, creating new business and representing differentiated biotechnology-based ingredients to leading formulators and R&D teams. The ideal candidate will have: A proven record of personally creating new business Cosmetic or personal-care […]
Controller – Assumption
What if your next role gave you the visibility and influence to help transform a $250M manufacturing operation? We’re recruiting an Operations Controller for the largest and most strategically important facility within a growing global agricultural machinery manufacturer. You’ll partner directly with operations, influence critical decisions, and make a measurable impact during a pivotal period […]
Marketing Communications Director, Packaging Technologies
Some marketing roles support the business. This one helps shape its future. We're conducting a confidential search for a Marketing Communications Director to lead worldwide marketing efforts for an innovative Packaging Technologies business at the forefront of sustainable packaging solutions. We're looking for a marketing leader who: Rolls up their sleeves and executes—not just manages. Brings broad marketing communications and product marketing expertise in industrial […]
Director of Manufacturing
An exciting opportunity is now available for a Director of Manufacturing to join an innovation-driven organization in the packaging / plastics manufacturing industry, where leadership is investing heavily in operational scaling, continuous improvement, and long-term career growth opportunities. This role will have the opportunity to lead a transformational multi-site manufacturing organization positioned for aggressive medical manufacturing growth and clean room expansion. The ideal candidate […]
Confidential VP of Sales
A search for a VP of Sales with a well-established, financially strong chemical manufacturer has now launched! Here's why this one is worth a conversation: • Executive-level impact from day one — You'll partner directly with ownership to shape commercial strategy and drive the next major phase of growth, with significant autonomy and unlimited earning potential. • […]
Confidential Plant Director
An exciting opportunity is now available for a Plant Director to step into a high-impact role within a people-first organization in the specialty chemicals space. This is your chance to lead a mission-critical plant turnaround, drive immediate results across safety and performance, and take ownership of a 100+ employee operation with strong investment and executive visibility. The ideal candidate […]
“Ropella brought a very thorough approach to successfully solving Loparex’s talent acquisition needs. From the comprehensive Opportunity Marketing Piece to the detailed Executive Reports – Ropella’s process was key to bringing great candidates with relevant rich experiences. The SMART Search System drove a highly productive interview process with Interview Guides custom-built for our search, and a fantastic offer and acceptance process, ultimately resulting in helping us hire a Transformational Leader for our newly created Chief Culture & Talent Officer role.”
Simon Medley
CEO, Loparex