Brenntag

Production Manager

Brenntag$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in management or technical field, or equivalent experience.
  • 4 years of front line supervisory experience in a chemical or related industry, preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of customer service importance and cooperative work with various departments.
  • Strong customer interaction skills.
  • Proficient computer skills for efficient job performance.
  • Ability to comprehend and adhere to company policies and process descriptions.
  • Effective oral and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Execute all duties of the Operation Manager in their absence.
  • Supervise all production departments directly.
  • Analyze safety, production, quality control, and operational reports to identify issues.
  • Develop and implement methods to enhance production and quality standards.
  • Revise production schedules based on audits, customer demands, and equipment failures.
  • Support production departments during supervisors' absences.
  • Monitor non-conforming material and hazardous waste functions.

Benefits

  • Career growth through individual development and on-the-job training.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Education assistance program.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Access to various healthcare plan options and 401(k) plan.
Full Job Description
Ensure the execution of operational production and warehousing processes at one site.

Job Description:
  • Perform all aspects of the Operation Manager's duties in his absence.
  • Assume authority for the direct supervision of all production departments.
  • Assist in reviews and analysis of safety, production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of non-conformity with product specifications, or operating or production problems.
  • Develop and implement operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate production/operating problems and improve product quality.
  • Assist in revising production schedules and priorities as a result of safety audits, customer demands, equipment failure, and operating problems.
  • Assist each production department when the Departmental Supervisor goes on vacation or is absent.
  • Monitor and coordinate disposition of non-conforming material.
  • Coordinate hazardous waste functions.
  • Monitor and control Regulatory postings.
  • Participate in customer plant visits.
  • Responsible for maintenance of and overseeing training records.
  • Responsible for monitoring and training production personnel as required by the BMS Operations Regulatory & Training Manual.
  • Participate in monthly safety inspections and safety meetings.
  • Assist production personnel in the development of Process Descriptions and subsequent training requirements.


Your Profile

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in management or technical field, or equivalent experience.
  • 4 years of front line supervisory experience in a chemical or related industry, preferred
  • Thorough understanding of the importance of customer service and the ability to work cooperatively with other branches, departments, and personnel in meeting customer needs.
  • Ability to interface well with customers.
  • Computer skills sufficient to efficiently perform the job requirements
  • Ability to understand and comply with all company policies and procedures pertinent to the operation of the Branch.
  • Ability to understand and carry out process descriptions applicable to the job.
  • Ability to interface and communicate well. (Oral and written).


OUR OFFER
  • We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
  • Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
  • Paid parental leave
  • Education assistance program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k)


About Brenntag

Brenntag is a leading global chemical distributor. The company was founded in 1874 and is headquartered in Essen, Germany. Brenntag operates in more than 70 countries and has a portfolio of over 10,000 products, including industrial and specialty chemicals, as well as ingredients for food and pharmaceuticals. The company serves customers in a wide range of industries, such as agriculture, automotive, and construction. Brenntag is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, such as using renewable energy sources and promoting the circular economy.
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