Sr. Manufacturing & Production Manager

Univar Solutions•Conroe, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary role of the Manufacturing and Production Manager is to plan, organize and control production at the Univar manufacturing facilities to ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations and that all products are produced efficiently, on time, and within specification. The position requires ownership of production, scheduling, safety, quality assurance, selection and development of staff, and continuous improvement activities at the facility. Responsible for meeting or exceeding customer expectations while obtaining financial goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business administration.
5+ years demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong interpersonal skills in coaching and team building with all levels of people in the organization.
High level of decision-making ability, balancing customer needs and company objectives.
Strong organization skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload.
Leadership abilities that are recognized by peers and subordinates.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong computer skills.
In-depth knowledge of chemical handling and blending.
In-depth knowledge of Local, State and Federal regulations affecting facilities in area of responsibility.
Working knowledge of governmental requirements related to the chemical industry; i.e. OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, etc. or demonstrated ability to attain such knowledge.

Responsibilities

Responsible for overall safe, efficient, legal and economical operation of all production, warehouse, repack, bulk handling, laboratory and shipping/receiving activities at the facilities.
Implements corporate policy on health and safety, environmental affairs and operations standards at the facility level to include all training, documentation, permits and records.
Ensures operations are compliant with all federal, state, and local regulatory, safety, health, environmental and security programs.
Drive manufacturing performance to meet schedules that allow for superior customer satisfaction and high efficiency by establishing and executing operating plans.
Develop and enforce standard operating procedures for production and supporting operations.
Monitor quality standards, implement, and enforce quality control and tracking programs.
Analyze production and quality control to detect and correct problems.
Establish process metrics and develop a system to achieve and maintain performance to targets.
Supports sales efforts consistent with corporate and regulatory compliance, health, safety and environmental affairs.
Develop capital budgets to maintain and enhance operating capabilities and meet new product offerings.
Manages salary plan, personnel development, hiring, promoting and termination.
Oversight of maintenance, upkeep and housekeeping of facility, buildings, and equipment.