Location: Chicopee,MA, USA
Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com. Managing plant Quality and LaboratoryMaintain and develop laboratory related procedures.Supervise all functions related to ISO 9000 certifications.Enter and maintain all Recipe Management functions within the SAP system.Enter and maintain all QM functions in the SAP system.Dynamically participate in all staff activities to facilitate continuous improvement.Supervise the daily activities of the laboratory technician.Assist the production by developing rework plans for off-spec / out of date material. Take on additional duties as assigned by the Plant Manager.Adhere to all aspects of Responsible Care®Solving Product Manufacturing Problems on Existing Product LineTroubleshoot quality problems on existing manufactured productsMonitor production process to control effective proceduresMonitor and/or reevaluate quality control test proceduresMeet with Purchasing and/or vendors concerning raw material problems and specificationsReview and recommend disposition on nonconforming material produced. Solving Customer Quality Concerns Manage customer complaints for the Chicopee site and coordinate with internal and external parties to address issues. Manage the Root Cause Analysis program for the Chicopee site.Notify Product Manager(s) concerning problems with batches which may have been shipped to customers that may result in further complaint.Implement cGMP manufacturing guidelines in the membrane filtration unit. Administration and Other Supervise lab personnel and schedule and manage their laboratory activitiesConduct laboratory safety audits. Project, monitor, and maintain budget expensesTrain personnel, personnel evaluations and supervise activities of the lab technician.Manage & maintain all processes, procedures, and documentation to comply with ISO9001:2015 requirements. Maintain the document library to ensure all documents are set up with the proper review period, proper person to review, and reviewed on timeQualifications:Minimum of a BS degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or other technical areaMinimum requirement of 5 years of laboratory and/or quality managementMicrosoft office skills, SAP and Lotus Notes preferredAbility to work with others and in all areas of the manufacturing plantWe understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you.At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at ...@solenis.com