Job Description:
Position: Plant Manager I

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred. Other relevant experience will be considered
• 5+ years’ experience in a related management position preferred.

Competencies

• Demonstrated hands-on experience in chemical plant operations and maintenance required.
• Demonstrated excellent leadership skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to act independently and on own initiative.
• Advanced proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel etc)
• A maximum of 10% travel required. Primary travel within region to assist with vacation/sickness coverage. Travel for attendance in Manufacturing Department functions as required.

ABOUT THIS ROLE AND ABOUT YOU

This individual manages all aspects of operations at the facility. The plant manager ensures the safe operation of the facility, ensures environmental compliance, is accountable for achievement of plant performance objectives and product quality, and monitors plant expenditures and budget. The incumbent will oversee some activities (i.e. manufacturing, maintenance) with his direct reports and will manage/direct others (i.e. quality, EHS, engineers) in coordination with the site Quality Manager, EHS supervisor and Engineering group representative. He/she will also ensure the satisfaction of customers by delivering product on time (working directly or indirectly with Logistics and Customer Service department). The incumbent is also responsible for managing the site CAPEX program. This is the top management position at the facility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively manage the site’s day to day activities in the production of safe, quality products. 55%
• Performs hands on operator and maintenance duties as required – e.g. making batches, loading trucks, repair of equipment, etc.
• Provides motivation, guidance and direction in all plant activities.
• Approves spending and other actions
• Assures product quality meets customers’ requirements
• Assures product deliveries meets customers’ requirements
• Assists at other plant locations when possible
• Provides technical support for customers as required
• Ensures proper staffing of the plant.
• Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the site operations.
• Focus on Continuous Improvement activities/projects to support value-addition and cost reductions.
• Interface with Chemtrade and other personnel regarding safety, EHS audits and addressing EHS issues. 20%
• Responsible for the overall safety performance at the site/plant.
• Perform routine daily plant walks to monitor activities and safety issues.
• Periodically audit work being performed to ensure that all Chemtrade policies, standards and procedures are being followed.
• Serve as the management representative for the site’s Responsible Care program.
• Ensure timely reporting, investigation, and corrective action for EHS incidents.
• Ensure timely closure of IMS action items.
• Assure site compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory requirements
• Assist in the preparation of site-specific safety and maintenance procedures.
• Interface with customers, regulators, and Chemtrade personnel on quality audits, and on addressing quality issues. 10%
• Serve as the management representative for the site’s ISO program.
• Represent the site in customer audits.
• Assist in or provide resources for quality investigations.
• Assist in or provide resources for corrective actions.
• Assure plant is maintaining requisite ISO records
• Assure site compliance with ISO and NSF requirements
• Assist in the preparation of site-specific quality procedures
• Report and communicate site performance. Prepare Plans 10%
• Prepare periodic reports on production, spending, reliability, EHS, Capex, etc.
• Prepare and present same at periodic meetings.
• Prepare weekly performance reports
• Prepare annual production plans.
• Prepare maintenance PM and outage plans.
• Prepare capital and period cost spending plans
• Interface with sales and marketing to ensure site goals are aligned with the business goals. 5%
• Participate in periodic planning meetings.
• Review production orders and schedules to ensure material (type, quantity and specification) is available for scheduled orders.
• Provide site resources for maintaining a living production and shipping plan that is consistent with the business plans.
• Interface with customer service and customers as needed.