PQ Corporation

Unit Manager

PQ Corporation • $90K — $110K *
Joliet, IL 60435In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS Degree in an appropriate technical discipline; Engineering preferred, advanced degree a plus.
  • 5+ years in the chemical manufacturing industry, ideally in a Union environment.
  • 3+ years of supervisory or management experience with increasing responsibility.
  • Familiarity with CQI techniques like SPC and Six Sigma.
  • Knowledge of OSHA and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Report successes and concerns of the Gels Department to the Site Manager.
  • Ensure plant compliance with EHS regulations.
  • Manage yearly plant budget and unit performance.
  • Direct Operators to optimize product quality and operational efficiency.
  • Act as incident commander in emergencies when the Site Manager is absent.
  • Oversee product planning and scheduling for Gel assets.
  • Foster a culture of teamwork and participative management.

Benefits

  • Standard work hours from 7 am to 4 pm, five days a week.
  • Opportunities for employee development and training.
  • Engagement in safety and quality improvement initiatives.
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Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  1. Informs Site Manager of all successes, issues, problems or concerns of Gels Department.
  2. Ensures the Gel plant and surrounding areas operates within all federal, state, local and company Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements, policies, and procedures.
  3. Develops and administers yearly plant budget.
  4. Directs Operators to assure product quality and quantity at optimum utilization of personnel and facilities.
  5. Provides technical assistance and instructions to correct off-standard and emergency conditions, serves as incident commander when Site Manager is not present.
  6. Provides direction for operators in the safe operation and control of all equipment associated with Xerogel, Hydrogel and Warehouse.
  7. Involved with product planning and scheduling of all Gel assets, including multiple SKUs.
  8. Monitors and controls unit performance. Reports deviation from plans and budget and takes action to correct deviation
  9. Encourages and implements participative management strategies to assure commitment to the business of all plant personnel.
  10. Encourage and implement teamwork environment.
  11. Participates and develops yearly goals with Union employees and management.
  12. Ensures work areas are maintained in a clean and safe condition.
  13. Ensures compliance with federal, state, local and corporate/plant regulations, requirements, policies and procedures.
  14. Manages operations to assure good environmental practices and stewardship to preserve PQ's good neighbor efforts.
  15. Actively involved with the plant safety committee.
  16. Encourages commitment to CQI principles and Responsible Care and the use of techniques and methods to move safety, quality and production to levels at or above the goals the plant has set.
  17. Demonstrates health, safety and environmental leadership and commitment to Responsible Care®.
  18. Works with maintenance manager in directing maintenance efforts
  19. Serves as management representative for ISO9001 and any food, safety or environmental certifications.
  20. Responsible for the areas as defined in the Joliet Plot Shaded responsibilities under Management Systems, PQ Vision.
  21. Leads and participates in EHS, quality and productivity initiatives.
  22. Encourages and supports employee development.
  23. Performs special projects or other duties as directed.


Qualifications
  • Minimum: BS Degree in an appropriate technical discipline.
  • Desired Level: BS Degree in Engineering with an advanced degree a plus.
  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience in the chemical industry in a manufacturing environment, preferably a Union environment.
  • Three (3) years of supervisory or management experience of increasing responsibility

Behavioral & Job Competencies
  • CQI techniques and methods, such as SPC and Six Sigma.
  • Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety principles.
  • Working knowledge of management systems, such as ISO 9001 and RC 14001
  • Working knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance.
  • Computer skills, such as Microsoft Office and SAP.


Additional Information

Special Factors
  • Customary work hours 7 am - 4 pm, 5 days per week
  • Available on nights and weekends for emergency management situations

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.
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Size
4,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
* Ladders Estimates

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