Production Unit Manager

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for: 

This Production Unit Manager leads and manages site operations to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient production and shipment of quality products. The role drives HSE (Health, Safety, and Environmental) excellence and ensures compliance with OSHA and Syensqo standards while optimizing the use of departmental resources to improve performance, strengthen operating discipline, and reduce fixed and variable costs. As an agent of change, the Production Unit Manager builds accountability across the workforce and drives execution to achieve target performance levels, measured through Manufacturing Excellence and other internal KPIs.

We count on you for:

• Excellent leadership and organizational skills

• Ability to manage, motivate, coach, and develop personnel

• Ability to set aggressive objectives, deliver results, and facilitate cooperation between departments. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Good computer skills with working knowledge of MS Office and a general understanding of databases.

• Ability to conduct investigations, develop root causes, and to develop/implement corrective actions, either directly or through subordinates.

• Manufacture and ship quality products on time and in a reliable and predictable manner.

• Manage departmental costs and support other site departments to achieve their respective budgets. 

• Continually increase the efficiency and overall output of the workforce and reduce unit production costs.

• Lead, manage, coach, and develop Operations supervisory and support personnel.

• Provide the leadership and establish or refine systems or approaches to instill Operating Discipline in those that perform work.

• Introduce the proactive approach to the operations workforce to prevent problems

• Knowledge of 6 Sigma, Lean Manufacturing concepts, and/or SAP is a plus, but not required.

• Must have a high degree of initiative, influence, and problem-solving capability.

HSE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Fully participate in plant HSE initiatives including performing periodic audits and housekeeping inspections.

• Enforce Syensqo Life Savings Rules and all other site safety rules and procedures.

• Conduct routine informal inspections on the shop floor and provide feedback to supervision on observations and corrective actions.

• Assure appropriate HSE training is provided to all direct and indirect reports.

• Assure all safety inspections and audits are performed and documented.

• Participate in regulatory and internal audits as needed.

• Demonstrate personal commitment to a safe, healthy, and environmentally sound workplace for employees.

• Conduct or direct the completion of investigations of incidents or near misses, as appropriate, and ensure corrective actions are identified, assigned, and completed.

 You will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, other closely-related field, or appropriate work experience.

• 5-10 years of experience in an industrial facility, preferably in a chemical process production plant with three or more years of supervisory experience.

• Strong knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and other applicable regulatory standards.

• Experience with safety management systems, exposure assessment tools, and risk analysis methodologies.

• Unionized workforce management experience is a plus.

• Must be able to interact positively and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

You can count on us for: 

• Join a transversal and dynamic team

• Opportunities for growth and learning

• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds
  

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• The U.S. base yearly salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $140,000 to $165,000. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.

• Training platform for all employees

• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About Us:

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.