PQ Corporation

Production Manager

PQ Corporation • $80K — $95K *
Chester, PA 19013In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience in the chemical manufacturing industry
  • 3 years of supervisory/management experience
  • 4-year college degree in a technical field or equivalent experience
  • Familiarity with Environmental Health and Safety regulations
  • Knowledge of management systems like ISO 9001 and RC14001
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Supervise production in Furnace, Spray Dry, and Shipping areas
  • Ensure resources are available to meet production orders
  • Maintain quality control standards in production units
  • Implement and uphold safety practices in the workplace
  • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and permits
  • Effectively communicate problems and information to team members
  • Engage in plant-wide quality and productivity initiatives

Benefits

  • Empowered decision-making and minimal supervision
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Participation in safety and health initiatives
  • Opportunities to engage in professional development programs
  • Involvement in ISO certification processes
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Production Manager is empowered to make decisions and take actions as required to meet daily and long-term goals and requirements. The Production Manager works under minimum supervision in a team environment to oversee production operations and plant personnel.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Supervises production operations in Furnace, Spray Dry and Shipping
  • Assure appropriate resources are in place (raw materials, packaging materials, people, etc...) to meet production orders.
  • Maintains quality control of production unit(s).
  • Maintains safe working conditions and practices.
  • Assures environmental control of facility as required by permits and regulations.
  • Communicates problems, instructions, observations, and information to others as needed.
  • Participates in plant-wide quality, HSES, and productivity initiatives.
  • Supports, implements, and participates in ISO 9001:2000 and RC14001 activities.
  • Participates on Safety Committee.
  • Participates in HSE activities (i.e., Toolbox meetings, Accident investigations, Near misses, etc.).
  • Comply with all federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and requirements.
  • Comply with company policies.
  • Other duties as assigned or required.


Qualifications
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in the chemical industry in a manufacturing environment
  • 3years of supervisory/management experience with increasing responsibility
  • 4-year college Degree in technical field and/or equivalent job experience preferred
  • Familiarity with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) rules and regulations
  • Familiarity with management systems such as ISO 9001 and RC14001
  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.


Additional Information

EHS Responsibilities
  • Communicates, promotes and personally demonstrates Safety/Health (including PQP Principles) as #1 priority
  • Participation in risk assessment audits as applicable
  • Understand PQ Principles (PQP) and how they are implemented in the site organization, rules and procedures
  • Completes HSE training requirements identified for the job in a timely manner


About PQ Corporation

PQ Corporation is a global provider of specialty catalysts, materials, and chemicals. The company operates in two segments: Performance Materials and Chemicals & Catalysts. The Performance Materials segment provides silica-based products for a variety of applications, including coatings, adhesives, and sealants. The Chemicals & Catalysts segment provides catalysts, specialty chemicals, and other products for the petrochemical, refining, and other industries. PQ Corporation is committed to sustainability and operates in an environmentally responsible manner. The company has operations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.
Learn more about PQ Corporation
Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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