Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and oversee the production process to ensure efficient and timely output.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust as needed to meet production targets and customer demands.
• Implement and maintain production standards and ensure compliance with quality control procedures.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate production staff, fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and mentor team members, identifying opportunities for skills enhancement and career advancement.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate goals, provide updates, and address any issues.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Utilize lean manufacturing principles and other methodologies to streamline production operations.
• Ensure all production activities comply with industry safety standards and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits and inspections, addressing any hazards or non-compliance issues promptly.
• Manage the allocation of resources, including raw materials, equipment, and labor, to optimize production output.
• Maintain accurate production records and prepare reports on production performance, including output, efficiency, and quality metrics.
• Relocation provided. $150K-$175K.

Requirements

• The Production Manager will have a BS degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 15 + years of experience in chemical engineering and 5+in a production / operations management role within a chemical manufacturing environment. Experience with greenfield / startups a strong plus.
• Strong knowledge of chemical production processes, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Continuous and Batch processes and unit operations including batch and continuous manufacturing, reaction engineering, distillation, filtration, heating/cooling, crystallization, drying and mixing processes.
• Proficiency in production planning and management software.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

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