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.

About Syensqo:

Syensqo is a leading multinational materials company headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. We specialize in advanced materials and specialty chemicals, serving diverse markets such as aerospace, automotive, agriculture, electronics, healthcare, and consumer goods. Our mission is to pursue scientific breakthroughs that advance humanity.

Position Overview: 

Reporting directly to the Site Manager, the Production Unit Manager is a key role on the Wrexham Site. Lead production for the site, responsible for all aspects of operations, including HSE, achieving plant metrics, quality, cost control, people engagement and development, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

Candidate Profile

Mid-career with minimum 5 years managing operations in a technically demanding environment (not

FMCG). Career experience will preferably be within a regulated manufacturing environment (aerospace, medical, pharma)

Candidate must have aspirations to achieve at least Site Director role

Candidate must be degree qualified in science or engineering discipline

Candidate must have proven track record in safety leadership, volume manufacture and must have

knowledge and direct experience of world class manufacturing methods (lean, six sigma, TPM)

Major Responsibilities

Safety - 

Ensures plant operations are conducted in a manner that maximizes the safety of the employees and surrounding community by complying with regulated standards and requirements to ensure targets are met and that an injury-free workplace is maintained. Responsible for the HSE performance of his or her operation which covers employees, equipment, materials and methods. Carries out the detailed requirements of the HSE Management System. Leads HSE Area Improvement Teams and sponsors employee empowerment teams such as safety committee and ergonomics team. Conducts visible safety leadership activities. Ensures that all plant operations are carried out in full accordance with the Syensqo Employee Safety, Health & Environmental Handbook.

People Engagement and Development –

Ingrain Syensqo values through leading by example. Mentors and coaches team in leadership principles. Provides visible leadership and involves operators in improvement activities to grow skills and increase engagement. Manages team’s performance to maximize results, increase job satisfaction and build overall leadership capabilities in preparation for future assignments.

Responsible for recruitment, disciplinary and performance management of team including operators.

Directly communicates with operators across all shifts to ensure a consistent message is given.

Quality - 

Works with Quality Manager and Engineers to respond to all customer issues, quality escapes and other systemic quality issues. Supports teams in root cause analysis, and ensures clear quality related communications to operators.

Delivery - 

Ensures on-time and on-quantity shipment of products that meets customer delivery

commitments. Ensure staffing matches forecasted machine demands. Pro-actively manage projects to improve OTIF performance.

Continuous Improvement/Productivity (Manufacturing Excellence) –

Sponsors productivity and waste improvement projects in continuous improvement activities through use of lean and various engagement tools, including kaizen, workout, 6S and applicable problem solving methodology tools.

Financial - 

Responsible for delivering costs to budget and being able/willing to adapt quickly when trading conditions change

Growth - 

Project manage growth projects to deliver new products and volume to the site

Competencies

Able to handle complex and demanding situations whilst maintaining sound decision making abilities Courage, Collaboration and Acts with Integrity

Performance and result orientation

Communication and Influence

Organizational Knowledge Areas

Understanding manufacturing processes and value chain.

Understand key operational metrics and communicate across organization to achieve clear alignment and focus.

Understanding of maintenance, engineering and capital project processes.

Understanding processes to engage cross-functional teams to achieve business goals.

Why Join Syensqo?

• Be part of a dynamic and innovative company committed to scientific exploration.

• Work in a collaborative and inclusive environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

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.