Celanese

Production Unit Asset Optimizer

Celanese • $80K — $95K *
Washington, WV 26181In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required, Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • SAP experience is essential.
  • Manufacturing experience in production and maintenance scheduling is necessary.
  • Proven experience in leading and developing teams.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective engagement.
  • Advanced computer and software competency needed.
  • Problem-solving skills with a capacity to prioritize and act decisively.

Responsibilities

  • Establish clear priorities to meet the production plan and communicate effectively with operations and maintenance leadership.
  • Ensure all resources are available to meet production schedules.
  • Manage timelines and decisions for asset start-up and shutdown.
  • Create and lead development plans for team members.
  • Manage reliability escalations and identify maintenance issues proactively.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide clear operational plans and performance updates.
  • Oversee the execution of daily maintenance and production schedules.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package.
  • Retirement savings options with company matching.
  • Opportunities for professional development and team training.
  • Work-life balance initiatives.
  • Supportive environment promoting career growth.
Full Job Description
Overview:

The Washington Works site currently has an opportunity available for an Asset Optimizer. This member of the production leadership team will collaborate with supply chain (Planner / S&OP / Scheduler), operations (DELs), and maintenance (Scheduler & Planner) to develop and execute a unit production plan that will maximize asset utilization, labor efficiency, and achieve unit cost objectives while also meeting market demand. This role is accountable for meeting business objectives and ensuring operational excellence.
  • Production Schedule Execution (Actual vs. Plan)
  • Financial - Monthly & Annual Budget Performance (Actual vs. AOP)
  • Controllable Cost Per Unit ($/Kg.)
  • OEE% vs. Goal
  • Product Yield (FPFQ Production)
  • Blocked Stock Objectives (Generation & Inventory)
  • Achieve Annual Operational Excellence Objectives (Continuous Improvement)
Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for meeting unit's production plan by establishing clear priorities and ensuring an effective communication process with operations and maintenance leadership to assist their decisions related to asset availability and/or labor utilization.
  • Ensure that all resources (labor, equipment and materials) are available to meet production schedule.
  • Manages the timeline and decisions related to planned start-up/shutdown of assets and any production schedule changes attributed to unplanned downtime.
  • Creates and leads employee development plans for respective team members.
  • Manage all reliability escalations and reliability action items to identify emerging maintenance issues and/or implement proactive steps to mitigate business impact.
  • Constant collaboration with S&OP, Supply Chain, Operations, Maintenance, & Reliability to provide the unit with a clear operating plan (expectations) and regular status updates on performance versus plan.
  • Oversee the integration, communication, and execution of daily maintenance & production schedules.
  • Based on business needs, ensures that the maintenance scheduling process (planned & reactive) aligns with operational plans.
  • Assists with the development of scope, timeline, & communication plan for unit TARs / shutdowns and monitors daily progress completion per plan by maintenance & project personnel.
  • Accepts the Unit's demand forecast from Supply Chain and works with the Unit Asset Lead (Maintenance) & Unit DELs (Operations) to develop the unit's evergreen operations plan focused on maximizing throughput & achieving cost per unit objectives.
  • Works closely with Maintenance Scheduler on defining planned PM schedule on assets and executing opportunistic maintenance activities when unplanned downtime on assets occurs to maximize throughput.
  • Responsible for reviewing and managing the POLY Quality Release Test Data in efforts of identifying gaps and improving first pass quality through the escalation process and/or assigning QN3s.
  • Responsible for UD (usage decision) Assignment for ALL unit production (POLY in-process, PACK in-process, & PACK FG) to maximize product FPFQ, ensure customer satisfaction, optimize the efficiency of product/process flow.
  • Accountable for maximizing product yield by identifying opportunities to reclassify materials when appropriate to reduce blocked stock generation and updating the NRM rework spreadsheet as needed.
  • Perform monthly Yield & Blocked Stock Data Analysis to identify "bad actors" and lead Operational Learning Teams in collaboration with DELs to achieve business results.
  • Accountable for the development and execution of Autoclave's monthly polymerization and packaging production schedules.
  • Accountable for managing the Unit Operational KPIs (establishing, updating, communicating/distribution, & the escalation of variances to performance goals).
  • Accountable for raw material availability, warehouse inventory & housekeeping standards, establishing and adjusting min./max safety stocks, execution of milk runs for RMs and packaging supplies, and the direct line of leadership communication with external warehousing to ensure proper inventory levels and material transfers.
  • Identifies emerging supply issues and appropriately manage inventories.
  • Identifies quality issues with raw materials and addresses with purchasing or supplier.
Qualifications:

Required qualifications for this role:
  • HS Diploma or equivalent.
  • SAP experience.
  • Manufacturing experience related to production & maintenance scheduling processes.
  • Experience motivating, leading and developing teams to achieve core principles.
  • Drives engagement and possesses effective communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Advanced computer and software experience.
  • Capacity to solve problems to ensure business needs are met.
  • Critical thinking, RCA knowledge, and the capability to prioritize and be decisive.

Preferred qualifications for this role:
  • Advanced Data Analysis.
  • LEAN certification.
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Advanced data management and report writing skills.

About Celanese

Celanese is a global technology and specialty materials company that engineers and manufactures a wide variety of products essential to everyday living.You can "Be in Your Element" at Celanese. We know it’s people who drive our innovation-focused growth strategy, and we know that the best people will thrive in a culture that both challenges and rewards performance financially and with new opportunities and innovation. Celanese is committed to research and development, will give you opportunities to work on interesting projects, and will challenge and reward your success.

Celanese Careers

Join the vibrant team at Celanese, a global leader in chemical and specialty materials, where innovation and sustainability drive groundbreaking solutions across industries. At Celanese, we are committed to improving the world through our materials, and there has never been a better time to explore the job opportunities available within our expansive network.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career at Celanese where you can use your skills to make a significant impact. Our company thrives on diversity and leadership, fostering a culture where every team member is a key player in our shared mission. With Celanese, you will engage in work that pushes the boundaries of materials science to enhance global industries.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the core of everything we do. At Celanese, you will collaborate with over 7,500 dedicated professionals globally, who are leaders in technology, sustainability, and market solutions. Our leadership in the industry is driven by a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring that we always stay ahead of the curve.

Grow Your Career

Celanese is not just a company; it's a place where you can grow your professional career through continuous learning and opportunities. From leadership development programs to diversity training, our commitment to your career growth is unwavering. We believe in nurturing talent through professional development and providing the tools needed for your career journey.

Be Part of Our Team

Experience the power of networking and collaboration at Celanese. Our culture promotes an inclusive environment where ideas thrive and innovation flourishes. We are hiring creative and solution-driven team players who are ready to contribute to our dynamic environment. Explore a range of positions, from internships to full-time roles, and find where you fit best.

Benefits and Culture

At Celanese, we understand that our employees are our greatest asset, which is why we offer competitive benefits designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members and their families. From comprehensive health benefits to performance bonuses, our benefits package is designed to enhance your life and grow your career.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you're updating your resume, preparing for an interview, or seeking new challenges, Celanese offers a variety of job opportunities to propel your career forward. Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract professionals who are passionate about their work and eager to make a difference.

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Learn more about Celanese
Size
8,529 employees
Market Cap
$11 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$1.9 billion
Founded
1918
5 Year Trend
+9.6%
Revenue
$5.6 billion
NASDAQ
CE
* Ladders Estimates

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