Job Title: Plant ManagerLocation: Little Ferry, NJOrg Unit Name: ManufacturingExplore Scientific DesignA career in Scientific Design provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting positive impact on the world and yourself. We offer a wide range of benefits and offerings that recognize the unique motivations and ambitions of our team. It's all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us.Scientific Design (SD) makes a global impact on people and their communities by delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable EO-based technologies. We are a Global Leader in the development and licensing of proprietary processes to produce Ethylene Oxide (EO), Ethylene Glycol (EO/EG), Bio-Ethylene, Bio-EO, Bio-EG, EO derivatives, Polyols, and Maleic Anhydride. The chemicals produced by these technologies are the building blocks for a multitude of consumer products that improve the lives and health of millions. In addition to these technologies, SD develops and manufactures innovative proprietary catalysts and equipment to be used in our own industrial processes and those used by our clients.Our Culture is based on four values - Safety, Innovation, Customer Focus and Great Place to Work. These are the foundations of our success. To learn more about these and how we deliver safe, reliable, and sustainable technologies for a better world, please click here.Job SummaryThe Plant Manager lead the day-to-day Manufacturing activities and processes to ensure efficient and reliable production. Position is also responsible for ensuring quality products and on time delivery to customers.How You Can Be the ImpactYou will play a crucial role in leading the manufacturing function for our Little Ferry, NJ plant. Your leadership in EHSS, production, maintenance, and quality is essential to our SD catalyst production. Your organization includes four production teams, maintenance and equipment control systems. Engagement with other parts of the Manufacturing team is essential as is interaction with other departments, including R&D, Technology and Commercialization. Apply now to become an integral part of our innovative team! Major Activities and Responsibilities
- Overall responsibility for the day-to-day operation of a catalyst production plant
- Primary point of contact all issues related to the catalyst plant's operation. Available at all hours as required
- Responsible for setting shifts and schedules of production and maintenance personnel
- Drives a culture of respect and safe work operation
- Supervise and evaluate performance of production personnel.
- Drives workplace accountability with direct reports and within the department to meet goals and objectives
- Assures that safe and cost-effective methods are employed to meet company quality standards, cost objectives, and client delivery schedules. Ensures orders are completed on-time
- Assures that production volumes requirements are met as planned
- Manages production scrap and waste to agreed levels
- Manages production budget to at or below agreed budgetary spend limits
- Ensure daily and monthly production performance metrics are tracked and shared with VP, Manufacturing
- Ensures safe operation of equipment in accordance with recognized safety protocols
- Assures that all manufacturing procedures conform to the SD Quality System
- Works closely with all areas of the department, developing effective and collaborative relationships
- Mentors' production staff and provides effective and fair feedback during informal and formal reviews
- Participates in and initiates projects that can improve the efficiency and/or quality of products manufactured
- Recommends improvements to upgrade and maintain productivity, efficiency, and quality
- Responsible for the purchase of raw materials, and inventory and storage of all materials
- Develop and communicate needs for staffing labor plan adjustments to meet production objectives
What Matters to Scientific Design
- 7+ years of experience in manufacturing environment (chemical industry preferred) leading both salaried and hourly personnel
- Bachelor's Degree. Engineering Degree preferred
- Demonstrable skills in performance management of manufacturing personnel
- Ability to initiate, organize and lead new and/or improvement projects and programs
- Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach
- Available off hours to deal with issues as they arise if necessary
Eligibility Requirements
- You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the Apply Now/Apply option on this page.
- You must be 18 years or older.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work for Scientific Design in the United States on a full-time basis.
Work Availability Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work (e.g. Monday - Friday) during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.