Production Superintendent - Syensqo : Job Details

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:

A Production Superintendent to direct the safe and efficient operation of the production unit(s) assigned, upholding HSE standards and ensuring compliance with HSE policies and procedures. Establish and drive plant performance indicators, including raw material and energy usage, fixed and capital spending, and overall equipment efficiency.

We can count on you to:

* Respond to electronic inquiries/memos regarding unit operations, maintenance, and safety concerns

* Direct and coordinate, either directly or through subordinate supervisory personnel, activities concerned with the production of site products

* Confer with management to establish production and quality control standards

* Utilize knowledge of equipment and machine capabilities to develop action plans to increase the reliability of the unit

* Anticipate problems and create opportunities to form action plan(s) for obtaining and achieving production and quality goals, and surpassing unit standards

* Obtain data regarding quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products to internal customers ( Treatment Services, Shipping and Receiving, and CathyVal)

* Plan and direct production activities, and establish production priorities for products to stay on target with effective operations and cost factors

* Coordinate production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production, and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment

* Review and analyze production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine the causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and operating or production problems

* Compile operational data, and display using graphs to facilitate and enhance unit personnel performance

* Develop and implement operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality

* Track the procedure and process changes on all Managing of Change forms to document, to appropriate personnel, the coordination and communication of the stages of change implementation till completion

* Revise production schedules and priorities as a result of equipment failure or operating problems, consulting with engineering, maintenance personnel, or any other resources related to the modification of the machines and equipment in order to improve the production and quality of unit products

* Coordinate the turnaround itinerary with the appropriate personnel to ensure the delivery of appropriate equipment and materials, and the utilization of human resources to effectively resolve or prevent equipment failure, and improve the overall performance of the unit

* Review the Incident database and reports to determine the cause of incidents, and develop causal trees as needed

* Document initial incident situations pictorially, and track the implementation of each resolution to ensure closure and the abatement of the initial cause

* Monitor safety performances and housekeeping within the unit daily

* Perform biweekly assessments of outfall groundwater

* Maintain a good rapport with unit personnel through daily direct communication regarding operational, maintenance, or safety issues

* Conduct meetings to resolve or effect the resolution of grievances between management and employees and union representatives

* Recommend personnel actions, such as promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures

* Identify training needs and make recommendations

* Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in specific plant location or per job task specification

* Identify training needs and make recommendations

* Utilize knowledge of product technology, production methods, and procedures to develop short-term and long-term solutions regarding maintenance issues within the unit.

* Ahere to all HS&E requirements and policies related to the position

You can count on us for:

* Long-lasting excellent customer relations, self-dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world's leading chemical companies.

* Excellent training & development possibilities.

You will bring:

* Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

And

* 6 - 8+ years operational experience in the chemical industry, related manufacturing industry

* Must be able to pass a respiratory fit test

Or

* An equivalent combination of education and experience

* Experience managing a team in an industrial environment is preferred.

* Must have (TWIC) Transportation Worker Identification Credential.

* Excellent organizational and communication skills

* Ability to use computers and computer systems navigate, setup functions, enter data, and process information

* Proficient with Google Suite, and Microsoft Office

You will get:

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $125,000 - $145,000/annually. 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.

* Health insurance

* Life insurance

* 16 weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave

* Training platform for all employees

* Free language courses (24 languages available)

* 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.

As you may already know, Syensqo is the newly established standalone company resulting from the recent spin-off of Solvay. While both organizations are in the process of finalizing the transition, some email communications related to your recruitment process may continue to come from Solvay.

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