Celanese

Senior Manager, Production

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
  • 10 years of manufacturing experience in a relevant process industry.
  • Proven leadership experience managing technical and operating teams.
  • Strong understanding of process operations, safety, reliability, and manufacturing systems.
  • Preferred: experience leading projects, turnarounds, or organizational improvements.

Responsibilities

  • Manage teams and resources for safe and efficient production.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Own and monitor unit performance through key metrics.
  • Develop and control annual operating and capital budgets.
  • Lead implementation of Moving to the Core and Human and Organizational Performance principles.
  • Optimize manufacturing technology for current and future needs.
  • Support turnarounds, capital projects, and continuous improvement programs.
  • Coordinate resources across Operations, Projects, Maintenance, and Quality.
  • Develop and coach employees while building a strong leadership pipeline.
  • Conduct field engagements to identify issues and reinforce expectations.
  • Ensure long-term reliability and performance of unit assets.
  • Build effective working relationships with stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to contribute to manufacturing excellence.
  • Leadership development and coaching opportunities.
  • Involvement in strategic operational improvements.
  • Engagement with diverse teams and stakeholders.
  • Commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
Full Job Description
Overview

The Unit Leader is responsible for the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of the Chemicals and Utilities area. This role provides leadership for Operations and Technical teams to achieve production, quality, safety, environmental, and business objectives. The Unit Leader develops talent, manages budgets, drives continuous improvement, and ensures the long-term health of unit assets and processes.

Responsibilities
  • Manage teams, personnel, and resources to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient production.

  • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

  • Own unit performance through key operational and business metrics.

  • Develop, manage, and control annual operating and capital budgets.

  • Demonstrate, lead, and implement Moving to the Core and Human and Organizational Performance (HOP) principles.

  • Ensure manufacturing technology is optimized to meet current business needs while identifying future improvement opportunities.

  • Support and lead turnarounds, capital projects, productivity initiatives, and continuous improvement programs within the Operations organization.

  • Establish priorities and coordinate support resources across Operations, Projects, Maintenance, Quality, and Technical organizations.

  • Develop, coach, and evaluate employees while building a strong leadership pipeline.

  • Conduct routine field engagement and unit walk-throughs to identify issues, remove barriers, and reinforce expectations.

  • Ensure unit assets are maintained and managed to deliver long-term reliability, production capability, and cost performance.

  • Build effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.

  • 10 years of manufacturing experience in a chemical, petrochemical, refining, plastics, or similar process industry environment.

  • Proven leadership experience managing technical and operating teams.

  • Strong understanding of process operations, process safety, reliability, and manufacturing systems.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience leading projects, turnarounds, or organizational improvements.

  • Experience with process control, reliability engineering, asset management, and production technology organizations.

  • Knowledge of ISO quality systems and audit processes.

  • SAP or equivalent enterprise systems experience.

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.

Stay Connected

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Learn more about Celanese
Size
8,529 employees
Market Cap
$11 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.9 billion
Founded
1918
5 Year Trend
+9.6%
Revenue
$5.6 billion
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