Process Manager

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

BASF/Chemetall , is the Surface Treatment global business unit of BASF’s Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, and a leading supplier of applied surface treatments worldwide. At BASF/Chemetall , we develop and manufacture tailor-made technology and system solutions for applied surface technology. Our products protect metals from corrosion, facilitate forming and treatment, prepare parts optimally for the painting process and ensure excellent coating adhesion. Our technologies and products are used in a variety of industries and end markets such as automotive, aerospace, aluminum finishing and metal forming.

The chemical treatment of metal surfaces is BASF/Chemetall core competence. The focus of our worldwide activities is on the development and implementation of customized technology and system solutions for surface treatment.

Process Manager

Where The Chemistry Happens

This position is in charge of management of all Blackman facility process engineering activities and the engineering department employees. In charge of the MOC including the scale-up process, responsible of the pilot plant, responsible for the data in PLC in relationship with NP and the production, manages investment projects in time, costs and quality with internal or external resources and assures state of the art technology with the project leader, supports and coordinates any transfer of production to BMT, makes proposals to improve production based on the study of the products and the production equipment (process improvement), and assures the application of the company policy (e.g. SHE-standards incl. RC especially RC5, Near misses, 5-S, quality norms incl. ISO).

Formula For Success

MOC - Scale-Up

Based on data from product launch and process/development reviews data for production: product family, related kettles, min/max, BOM, process instructions Defines what type of method for the scale-up : copy of data, lab trial, pilot plant trial or follow-up in production Defines the MOC process at BMT and ensure the process is meeting the needs of the site and is compliant with site requirements. Ensures KPIs are available for all departments and met for engineering staff. Informs back the NP lab if the new or modified product cannot be manufactured in BMT or if any data must be changed (control plan, recipe, process instruction) Fills in the related documents (scale-up report) Organizes the production trials in the pilot plant and plans with the Production Supervisor any normal production in small quantities based on the rules defined by BMT In case of official change of a product formulation, checks with the planners if any production order is planned or if any product is in stock to either let the product sold or makes a rework or let dispose it Coordinates the change of recipe in case of rework

PLC Data Maintenance

Is responsible for the implementation and the update of the data for production related to any product made at BMT Coordinates the update of the system with the supplier of the software and the Technical Support Specialist

Investments

Is responsible for the implementation of state of the art technology and processes Manages investment projects in time, costs (cost responsible) and quality with internal or external resources and the fulfilment of laws, rules and proceedings Is responsible to plan, schedule and manage capacities effectively in conjunction with the plant (production) requirements and the specification sheet (when needed) Studies, assists and guides (conformity, standardization) each "project manager" for the preparation of the specification sheet and the choice of suppliers Accountable for ensuring that all operational procedures and user manuals are up to date and available for introduction of new equipment Is responsible for preparing the Investment budget proposal in cooperation with the other departments, the follow up of actual costs and the forecasting Supports the financial department regarding the follow-up of asset accounting Applies NAFTA harmonized standard process and equipment

Transfer of production.

Coordinates with the site manager or the SCM manufacturing director any transfer of production to BMT by studying the products, making a scale-up, investing in new equipment and managing the implementation in the given frame

Process improvement

Based on existing data and equipment makes proposal to improve safety, productivity and quality with the focus of the reduction of the costs Identifies opportunities for improvement (constructive suggestions) and effective implementation of innovative changes

Management

Manages staff of engineering department: proposes training sessions, carries out prospective interviews and actualize the job descriptions Is a major actor for the application of the policy from the company in relation with Q&SHE (e.g. SHE standard 1-5, Near Misses, 5-S) Assures the execution of the 5-S methodology on site respectively in his area Tracks and traces the relevant KPls (key performance indicators) regarding his activities and targets Ensure all department documentation and design is available and in compliance with RC and other BASF requirements. This position is the RC Chapter 5 (process safety) owner for the site. Ensure the development and progression of department employees

Control and change of the job tasks

Can forbid the production at BMT of a new/modified product Cannot invest in a non-budgeted equipment Can make proposals to NP to improve the data of a product (BOM)

Ingredients For Success

Possess degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, and/or related field Possess significant knowledge of mechanical (equipment and piping related), electrical (including automation) Applies knowledge about technical drawings (plans, schemes and layouts) and technical documents Possess significant project management skills and resolve issues in a timely fashion Applies good knowledge of safety (SHE) behavior and instructions concerning all activities on the manufacturing site and enforce the practice Applies basic economical knowledge to be able to improve the cost/benefit situation continuously Applies good knowledge about the standard quality management systems implemented on site, including processes Applies good knowledge about standard software tools (Windows program package, SAP modules) Is able to manage teams and effective utilization of each team member to her/his fullest potential Is able to identify fields of action and understand complex correlations and is able to organize their work themselves Is able to work under pressure without losing the track and the teamwork ability

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Create Your Own Chemistry: What We Offer You

We Offer An Exciting Growth Opportunity With a Very Competitive, Total Rewards Package, Which Includes a Wide Range Of Elements You Need To Be Your Best In Every Stage Of Your Life

A Competitive Base Salary Great benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and Paid Time Off, starting on the first day Retirement Benefits, including company matching contributions Various Lifestyle Benefits (Maternity/Paternity Leave, Pet Insurance, and more) Employee Discounts Matching Donations to your favorite cause Tuition Reimbursement