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Director of Operations, Terminals (Midwest Region)

Kinder Morgan

ARGO, IL · Posted October 19, 2026

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About the job

What We Are Looking For

Full responsibility and oversight for approximately eight (8) liquid bulk terminal operations in the Midwest area. Position would be responsible for employees in multiple locations. Position is responsible for approximately $41 million in budgeted EBITA.

What You Will Do

Leadership responsibilities for multiple sites totaling approximately 160 employees with (4-6) union affiliates

Leadership of employees at all location, including the safety of employees, management of safety programs and environmental permitting

Participation and assistance in negotiations with the union and workforce

Overseeing service, maintenance and capital and DOT assets

Growth and development of business internally and externally with the support of the commercial group

Facilitation and development of customer relations and service using a quantitative, quality based approach

Financial reporting for each facility as it relates to budgeting and forecasting

Develop, manages, and adjusts processes and systems to meet and exceed established KPI's for inbound and outbound operations

Manage direct staff. Ensure timely and accurate performance feedback is provided on a regular basis.

Provide training and development

Interview, hire and maintain appropriate staffing levels.

Manage the performance of the warehouse/tank farm, inventory, and parcel departments

Develop goals and objectives of each department consistent with KPIs and synchronized with the facilities and corporate’s financial/performance objectives with emphasis on managing to margin

Other related duties

What You Need

Education:

Bachelor's degree in business, industrial engineering or other related fields

Master’s degree, preferred

Required Qualifications:

Heavy background in the DOT petroleum and petrochemical, bulk terminal industry required

Strong project management skills

Prior experience in running multiple sites and bulk/liquid handling facilities

Proven track record of leading an hourly workforce in an industrial setting

Prior experience managing and maintaining bulk liquid handling assets along with Marine operations

Prior experience managing customer relationships as it relates to quantitative service management

Solid knowledge of PC systems and related Company applications

Good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and properly set priorities

Detailed and customer-oriented; able to take initiative and work with others in accomplishing defined goals in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated leadership, team building, analytical, strong communication (oral and written), and excellent organizational skills

Successful completion of a drug screen and background check upon offer

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record satisfactory to the company

Successfully obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior leadership training preferred

Working Conditions:

50 percent travel and field work required

Requires flexibility to work extended hours based on business needs

Must be available to respond to emergency or time sensitive matters outside of standard business hours

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Pay Range

USD $165,200.00 - USD $247,800.00 /Yr. Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

Kinder Morgan offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits offered for this position may include the following: health care benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage; Flexible and Health Spending Accounts; Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance; Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Disability insurance for employee and dependents; retirement benefits including a 401(k) with employer and employee contributions and a company-funded pension plan; paid time off; paid parental bonding leave; paid holidays; a flexible work schedule and many voluntary benefit plans.

Job level and pay commensurate with experience and skill set.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com .

Leadership responsibilities for multiple sites totaling approximately 160 employees with (4-6) union affiliates

Leadership of employees at all location, including the safety of employees, management of safety programs and environmental permitting

Participation and assistance in negotiations with the union and workforce

Overseeing service, maintenance and capital and DOT assets

Growth and development of business internally and externally with the support of the commercial group

Facilitation and development of customer relations and service using a quantitative, quality based approach

Financial reporting for each facility as it relates to budgeting and forecasting

Develop, manages, and adjusts processes and systems to meet and exceed established KPI's for inbound and outbound operations

Manage direct staff. Ensure timely and accurate performance feedback is provided on a regular basis.

Provide training and development

Interview, hire and maintain appropriate staffing levels.

Manage the performance of the warehouse/tank farm, inventory, and parcel departments

Develop goals and objectives of each department consistent with KPIs and synchronized with the facilities and corporate’s financial/performance objectives with emphasis on managing to margin

Other related duties

Education:

Bachelor's degree in business, industrial engineering or other related fields

Master’s degree, preferred

Required Qualifications:

Heavy background in the DOT petroleum and petrochemical, bulk terminal industry required

Strong project management skills

Prior experience in running multiple sites and bulk/liquid handling facilities

Proven track record of leading an hourly workforce in an industrial setting

Prior experience managing and maintaining bulk liquid handling assets along with Marine operations

Prior experience managing customer relationships as it relates to quantitative service management

Solid knowledge of PC systems and related Company applications

Good organizational skills and the ability to multi-task and properly set priorities

Detailed and customer-oriented; able to take initiative and work with others in accomplishing defined goals in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated leadership, team building, analytical, strong communication (oral and written), and excellent organizational skills

Successful completion of a drug screen and background check upon offer

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving record satisfactory to the company

Successfully obtain and maintain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior leadership training preferred

Working Conditions:

50 percent travel and field work required

Requires flexibility to work extended hours based on business needs

Must be available to respond to emergency or time sensitive matters outside of standard business hours

#LI-KM