Evonik Degussa Corporation

Plant Manager, Catalysts

Evonik Degussa Corporation • $110K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • 8+ years of production experience, preferably in chemical operations
  • 5+ years of leadership or management experience
  • Experience in a union environment is preferred
  • OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) experience preferred
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 standards is advantageous
  • SAP knowledge is a plus
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Manage Catalyst Plant operations, leading teams for PMC, CPC, and SCM at the Calvert City site
  • Ensure safe, cost-effective, and environmentally compliant operations while driving continuous improvements
  • Develop and manage plant budget, controlling costs to meet financial targets
  • Plan and manage workforce resources for adequate staffing and capabilities
  • Ensure compliance with ISO standards and regulations
  • Develop production plans, ensuring required resources are available
  • Establish operational parameters to support safe and sound operations
  • Support safety reviews and grievance resolution
  • Foster employee engagement and alignment with company values
  • Maintain communication with customers to support operational goals.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuous improvement initiatives
  • Work in a leading company in the chemical sector
  • Engagement in a culture of accountability and trust
  • Potential for professional development and growth
  • Work within an environment that values safety and compliance.
Full Job Description
In this role, you are responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and reliable operation of a production facility, as well as planning, controlling, and optimizing processes, resources, and costs. You work closely with technical and support functions to maintain stable operations and drive continuous improvements in processes, equipment, and organization. In addition, you lead and develop employees and take responsibility for capacity planning, budgeting, and investment activities. The role requires a technical degree, several years of experience in chemical production, and strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage all aspects of Catalyst Plant operations by leading managers responsible for Precious Metal Catalysts (PMC), Continuous Process Catalysts (CPC), and Supply Chain Management (SCM) at the Calvert City site.
  • Ensure safe, cost-effective, and environmentally compliant plant operations while driving continuous improvement.
  • Develop and manage the plant budget, controlling costs to meet financial targets.
  • Plan and manage workforce resources to ensure adequate staffing and capabilities.
  • Ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 9001, RC 14001, and ISO 50001 requirements.
  • Develop and communicate production plans, ensuring required materials, resources, and QC support are available.
  • Establish and maintain operating parameters and guidelines to support safe and environmentally sound operations.
  • Support safety reviews, hazard analyses, and grievance resolution.
  • Foster employee engagement, trust, accountability, and alignment with Evonik values.
  • Maintain clear communication with internal and external customers to support operational goals and customer satisfaction.


REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of production experience, preferably in chemical operations.
  • 5+ years of leadership or management experience.
  • Experience working in a union environment preferred.
  • OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) experience preferred.
  • Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 50001 standards preferred.
  • SAP experience is a plus.
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus.


Your Application

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html.

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:
Jonty Nimola [C]

Company is
Evonik Corporation

About Evonik Degussa Corporation

Evonik Degussa Corporation is a global specialty chemicals company that produces a wide range of products for various industries, including automotive, construction, and healthcare. The company's products include coatings, adhesives, and sealants, as well as specialty chemicals for the food and pharmaceutical industries. Evonik Degussa Corporation was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey. The company is a subsidiary of Evonik Industries AG, a German chemical company.
Learn more about Evonik Degussa Corporation
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32,000 employees
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