Location: Covington,KY, USA
Ascend Elements is revolutionizing the production of lithium ion battery materials by establishing a clean and sustainable supply chain using recycled feedstock Its patented Hydro to Cathode technology directly synthesizes new cathode materials from spent lithium ion cells more efficiently than traditional methods resulting in reduced cost improved performance and lowered GHG emissions The results are lower cost better performance batteries with fewer discarded in landfill a cleaner manufacturing process and a truly sustainable closed loop circular battery economy Ascend Elements is taking the lithium ion battery industry to a higher level We are hiring a Chemical Plant Manager who will be responsible for managing all production activities and direction of the facility to achieve production safety and staff goals Job Responsibilities Provide leadership across the precursor of cathode active materials pCAM chemical plant to ensure continuous improvement in safety quality production services and costsManage specialty chemical manufacturing and quality teams to efficiently use materials and machineryLead this operating unit for effective production management including daily weekly monthly quarterly and annual management methodsCoach direct and hold accountable department managers and supervisors in effectively managing each respective departmentEnsure compliance with all applicable local state federal laws company policies and proceduresOversee plan and implement production to ensure production and plant specific construction deadlines are metPrepare operational schedules and coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meet specificationsEffectively communicates production targets and priorities to manufacturing and support teamsDevelop annual budget plan and capital budget requirements Function as program manager of all capital projects managersDevelop and implement appropriate cost saving ideas for production operations Generate and implement ideas for continual process improvementDevelops manages to and reports on functional areas of responsibility via performance metrics functional KPIs and Continuous Improvements activities within all areas of manufacturing siteMaintain production and inventory records Manage KPIsMonitor and maintain all applicable production permits and ensure that the facility complies with all local state federal and company policiesCoach and develop peers and practitioners in Lean practices to lead advancement of the companys applied Lean principals working with lean consultants and leadershipManage employee selection training performance evaluation documentation salary and termination processes Maintain a positive initiative taking labor environmentAbility to effectively manage associate relation situations Education Bachelor of Science BS Degree required engineering or science preferredMasters degree or MBA preferredExperience Minimum 5 years as a Plant ManagerComplete understanding of US EPA and OSHA requirementsSkills and Requirements Strong leadership and people skillsExcellent communication skills written verbal and presentation skills requiredComputer proficiency including spreadsheets and presentationsStrong knowledge of financial analysis and P&L; ability to apply financial theory and practicesUnderstands and enforces adherence to OSHA and Company safety guidelinesKnowledge of environmental health and safety compliance requirementsAbility to develop an on going safety cultureAbility to speak read and write EnglishEligible to work in the US requiredPhysical Requirements Capable of wearing task specific personal protective equipment which may include dust mask respirator safety shoes gloves safety glasses and ear protectionCapable of meeting OSHA standards for manual lifting guidelines 50lbsWhile performing the duties of this job it is required to stand walk and use hands to operate objects tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; climb balance stoop kneel or crouch when necessary for job activityAbility to stand andor walk for extended periods minimum of eight hoursMust be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperaturesAPPLY TODAY Ascend Elements is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law LI Onsite