24/7 Production Leader: Drive Quality & Reliability

Celanese; Washington (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Celanese Washington Works in the United States seeks a Production Manager to lead a 24/7 CORE Team and implement daily work processes aligned with SQRE goals (Stewardship, Quality, Reliability, Engagement). You will translate unit strategy into an actionable plan and manage resources, material availability, and cost per unit while driving continuous improvement.

The role requires manufacturing leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to develop team members.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Experience motivating, leading and developing teams to achieve core principles.
• Drives engagement and possesses effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Knowledge of computer use such as Microsoft Office and other programs as needed.
• Capacity to solve problems to ensure business needs are met.
• Critical thinking, RCA knowledge, and the capability to prioritize and be decisive.

Responsibilities

• Lead and act as role model for the respective team based on MttC principles.
• Provide strategic guidance and daily directions to the CORE Team regarding SQRE and unit objectives.
• Ensure resources required by the CORE Team are available to achieve daily execution.
• Ensure resources, raw materials and supplies are available for unit operations.
• Translate unit strategy into operating plan, including achieving cost per unit objective.
• Drive engagement and communication across 24/7 & CORE Team members through SQRE Meetings for clarity and prioritization of actions.
• Create and lead employee development plans for all PEs & MMs in respective teams.
• Oversee daily operational performance (KPIs, Standard Work, OpEx Initiatives, Operational Learning Events) and collaborate to maximize efficiencies.
• Communicate maintenance/reliability issues with ME and Maintenance Team Captain for resolution and with supply chain.
• Ensure proactive PE escalations to drive continuous improvement in personnel and production processes.
• Provide timely responses to escalations and escalate as appropriate.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Communication

Problem solving

Prioritization

Critical thinking

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree

LEAN certification

Tools

SAP

LIMS (Sample Manager)

Job description

Celanese Washington Works in the United States seeks a Production Manager to lead a 24/7 CORE Team and implement daily work processes aligned with SQRE goals (Stewardship, Quality, Reliability, Engagement). You will translate unit strategy into an actionable plan and manage resources, material availability, and cost per unit while driving continuous improvement.

The role requires manufacturing leadership experience, strong communication, and the ability to develop team members.