Head of Production (m/f/d)
Your Profile:
- Create and manage a department vision that aligns with the organization's vision and strategic plan.
- Based on significant technical expertise, reviews and approves complex design concepts and provides general direction to technical staff.
- Utilizes solid understanding of theories and practices of a variety of disciplines to manage complex projects or programs within boundaries of quality, time, and budget.
- Represents as needed outside of business unit or division as subject matter expert.
- Exhibits creativity and innovation in completing divisional and cross-functional/business unit responsibilities.
- Identifies and investigates issues that present unusual conditions; solutions may require development of new or improved products, processes, or techniques.
- Assesses feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering tests, products, and equipment.
- Executes and leads performance improvement activities which may employ various process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, BPI, KAM, etc.).
- Facilitates the implementation of applicable BEST/CLASS criteria.
- Develops key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards based on strategic objectives and performance improvement goals.
- Effectively manages mid-sized projects to ensure project completion on-time, on-budget, and on-quality; resolves issues and conflicts; coordinates project work with other operating units; regularly reports project status.
Your Profile:
- BS Chemical Engineering preferred, equivalent chemical manufacturing experience accepted
- 3-5 years related experience in a similar manufacturing environment showing increasing responsibility.
- Leadership experience leading teams upwards to 50 people
- Experience working and collaborating with a diverse group of individuals
- Previous project management a plus
Employer:
LANXESS AG
Location:
El Dorado, AR [USA]
Temporary:
No
Type:
Full-time