Process Quality Control (PQC) Manager

Nouryon•Fort Worth, TX

27d•Onsite

About The Position

The PQC Manager manages activities of the Process and Quality Control departments. This includes Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) improvements, directing BROC projects, plant/customer technical services, quality assurance, quality control, and analytical support needs of plants and customers. As ISO-9001 and RC/ISO-14001 management representative, this position is responsible for developing, monitoring, maintaining, and auditing the site's integrated management systems for conformance to documented standards. Key member of the site leadership team. The responsibility area includes the Quality Control (QC) Laboratory, Process Engineering, and Process Safety Management (PSM) for the site. Included is the testing of raw materials, in process samples, and finished products using a wide variety of analytical equipment and procedures including non-routine testing and the development of new and revised testing protocols. In your future role as PQC Manager you will Manage Process Engineering and QC Laboratory personnel including defining minimum job requirements, recruiting, and talent development. Monitor analytical and plant performance to drive OEE, yield, and quality initiatives while ensuring customer satisfaction through timely response to customer inquiries or complaints. Coordinate Process Safety Management (PSM) for the site and beyond, as required. PSM duties include facility siting, management of change, hazard studies, and PSM audits. Manage the ISO-9001 and RC/ISO-14001 programs to maintain compliance and continued successful re-certifications. Direct Process Engineering activities to drive OEE while keeping the targeted quality / yield parameters under control by auditing production activities periodically, or by requirement of the Site Director. Manage the technical development and documentation associated with plant process optimization and capital projects as well as raw material/new product testing and approval processes. Participate in the activities of the Management Review of the Quality Assurance System Understand and help implement Life Saving Rules and Health, Safety, Environmental, and Security (HSES) goals and objectives. Support and participate in on-going HSES improvement activities and committees. Be aware of potential health, safety, environmental, and security impacts in area of responsibility and the consequences if an upset occurs. Understand and implement any parts of the Environmental Compliance Plan, Waste Management Plan, and Emergency Response Plan that apply to area of responsibility. Participate in the site's on-going Pollution Prevention Process. Participate and adhere to all applicable government regulations regarding process safety and environmental compliance responsibilities for the Site. Understand and assist with upkeep of process safety information as required by role. Maintain a strong understanding of process safety and PSM management including the OSHA 14 elements of process safety and Nouryon 21 building blocks. If deemed necessary, will be trained and designated as Hazard Study Leader. Understand and help implement the site's Quality Policy, Quality goals and objectives, and the Quality Improvement Process. Be fully aware of specific quality assurance responsibilities. Be familiar with site wide document control, internal quality audits, corrective action, non-conforming product, and record keeping procedures. Be sure employees under supervision, if applicable, are aware of and are adequately trained in quality procedures. Set up certificate profiles, inspection plans, and analytical methods as required in SAP. (Quality Module - SAP Power User). Approve purchase requisitions in SAP, as required. Other duties and assignments as directed by Site Director.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or similar discipline from an accredited institution
5 - 10 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment with prior supervisory experience. Advanced degree may substitute for some experience.
Knowledge of chemical plant production, operation, design, installation, and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment.
Knowledge of instrumentation calibration methods and development of analyst training/testing programs.
Knowledge of SPC/SQC, Ship to Control, RAGAGEP, codes, and standards related to chemical plants.
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
Must be able to work in plant environment.
Must be able to travel as required.
Must be able to wear high top safety shoes, safety glasses, FRCs, and hard hat.
Able to lift approximately 50 lbs.
Abe to wear respirator if needed.

Nice To Haves

ISO-9001 & RC/ISO-14001 management systems experience preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office and SAP preferred.
Basic understanding of modern analytical chemistry, laboratory automation, and computer familiarization.

Responsibilities

Manage Process Engineering and QC Laboratory personnel including defining minimum job requirements, recruiting, and talent development.
Monitor analytical and plant performance to drive OEE, yield, and quality initiatives while ensuring customer satisfaction through timely response to customer inquiries or complaints.
Coordinate Process Safety Management (PSM) for the site and beyond, as required. PSM duties include facility siting, management of change, hazard studies, and PSM audits.
Manage the ISO-9001 and RC/ISO-14001 programs to maintain compliance and continued successful re-certifications.
Direct Process Engineering activities to drive OEE while keeping the targeted quality / yield parameters under control by auditing production activities periodically, or by requirement of the Site Director.
Manage the technical development and documentation associated with plant process optimization and capital projects as well as raw material/new product testing and approval processes.
Participate in the activities of the Management Review of the Quality Assurance System
Understand and help implement Life Saving Rules and Health, Safety, Environmental, and Security (HSES) goals and objectives.
Support and participate in on-going HSES improvement activities and committees.
Be aware of potential health, safety, environmental, and security impacts in area of responsibility and the consequences if an upset occurs.
Understand and implement any parts of the Environmental Compliance Plan, Waste Management Plan, and Emergency Response Plan that apply to area of responsibility.
Participate in the site's on-going Pollution Prevention Process.
Participate and adhere to all applicable government regulations regarding process safety and environmental compliance responsibilities for the Site.
Understand and assist with upkeep of process safety information as required by role.
Maintain a strong understanding of process safety and PSM management including the OSHA 14 elements of process safety and Nouryon 21 building blocks.
If deemed necessary, will be trained and designated as Hazard Study Leader.
Understand and help implement the site's Quality Policy, Quality goals and objectives, and the Quality Improvement Process.
Be fully aware of specific quality assurance responsibilities.
Be familiar with site wide document control, internal quality audits, corrective action, non-conforming product, and record keeping procedures.
Be sure employees under supervision, if applicable, are aware of and are adequately trained in quality procedures.
Set up certificate profiles, inspection plans, and analytical methods as required in SAP. (Quality Module - SAP Power User).
Approve purchase requisitions in SAP, as required.
Other duties and assignments as directed by Site Director.