Production employee

WE are one of the world's leading manufacturers of Superabsorbeers and Acrylic Acid. Our Superabsorber is an important component in baby diapers, for example. At four locations in Germany and two in the USA, we work together with around 1,000 employees on varied and challenging topics in a modern, innovative and creative environment. Together WE shape our future.

After many years as part of the Evonik Group, we are now part of ICIG (International Chemical Investors Group). We continue to operate internationally, but now see ourselves as a medium-sized company. WE build on decades of experience and our pioneering spirit, which WE have lived from the very beginning. Performance-related pay and the promotion of personal development and professional qualifications are a matter of course for us. The WE feeling leads to success.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Production Manager to manage the operations of the Superabsorber production plant. Responsible for all aspects of the production of superabsorbent polymers, including implementation of safety, environmental and production operational protocols, budgeting of expenses, insuring product quality, required reporting & record keeping, the scheduling of personnel and equipment

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ensuring efficient production processes within a manufacturing facility. The Production Manager will be responsible for leading a team, maintaining safety standards, and optimizing production workflows. These are your tasks:

• Supervises all production activities at the Garyville plant to meet customer quality and quantity requirements while maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
• Monitors expenditures against an annual operating budget and responsible for establishing control over expenditures. Develop and maintain plant recipes and up to date Bill of Materials for all current products. Closely monitors rework activities and process yield.
• Directs and manages the Production Engineers, Production Specialist, Production Supervisor and Shift Supervisors. Insures that production planning and production issues are communicated both internally and externally. Participate in US Production Planning, S&OP and Global information exchanges.
• Support the plant management systems for Quality, Safety, Hygiene, Environmental, continuous improvement. Maintain and control department specific documentation and training requirements. Produce required production reports and KPIs. Chair the Site Management Daily Update meeting Serve as final Operations Approver for MOCs and ENotes.

• Proven experience in engineering with supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Strong process technology background that understand technical information to provide feedback and direction to a team.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Applications, SAP and DCS.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.

• Bachelor's Degree
• 8 minimum experience working within a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Experience in managing personnel and complex activities with a strong analytical sense.
• superabsorbent production and/or research or similar competence. Must be able to understand and integrate technical and non-technical aspects of a dry polymer production processes and equipment. Also requires the ability to direct, train and motivate personnel assigned to dry polymer production operations. If you are passionate about manufacturing and possess the skills required for this role, we encourage you to apply for the position of Production Manager.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Work Location: In person
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Rotating shift

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

To ensure that your application is processed as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply by e-mail: recruitingUSA@stockhausen.com. WE are looking forward to receiving your application.