Area 2 East Production Specialist

Stepan Oilfield Solutions; Elwood (IL); Sur place; USD 86 000 - 133 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Discretionary Bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (I

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Array

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Reactions – Recognition Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Résumé du poste

Stepan Company, a major chemical manufacturer based in Elwood, Illinois, seeks an Area 2 East Production Specialist to enable safe, reliable production and maintenance execution in the area.

You will own work instructions, support SH&E, plan equipment preparation, coordinate audits, and lead training for hourly personnel while collaborating across Operations, Maintenance, Projects, and PPIC to drive cost savings and ISO and other certifications compliance.

Qualifications

• 5 years chemical processing experience, operations, and supervision.
• Solid comprehension of chemical and unit operations.
• Ability to facilitate troubleshooting efforts and team meetings.
• Effective problem-solving skills and demonstrated planning skills.
• Talented in organizing information and multi-tasking.
• Available to respond to on-call emergencies and shutdowns.

Responsabilités

• Provides work permits.
• Audits area maintenance and construction activities with the area EH&S Generalist.
• Develops and coordinates safety plans with EH&S prior to special activities.
• Supports behavior-based safety initiatives in the area by demonstrating safety expectations and participates in EHS investigations where applicable.
• Performs process or equipment troubleshooting alongside the Production Day Leader and hourly representative.
• Serves as a key production participant in maintenance area team meetings.
• Contributes to prioritization of daily and weekly maintenance activities.
• Plans, communicates, and executes equipment preparation for planned maintenance and capital project work with the production team.
• Works with the maintenance planner and team leader to coordinate emergency repair plans for process equipment.
• Provides backup support to the Production Day Leader as needed.
• Coordinates PSSR plans for turnarounds.
• Participates in area team meetings (Safety, Quality, etc.).
• Oversees, coordinates, and reports on training for new employee qualification testing.
• Oversees and coordinates work instruction development, improvements, and revalidation in cooperation with area Production Engineers.
• Oversees and coordinates training, skills development, and certifications for hourly area personnel.
• Supports PLAS and MOS systems and processes through implementation of meeting tactics, completion of follow-up actions, and coordination of improvements with engineering teams.
• Facilitates meetings to coordinate construction and other activities with plant personnel.
• Participates on capital project teams for scope development, evaluation of alternatives, and identification of cost savings opportunities.
• Develops, implements, and documents plans to reduce construction activity costs.
• Communicates with personnel, customers, and outside contractors.
• Participates in cross-functional collaboration across the organization.
• Investigates and tracks spending in SAP and CMMS.
• Implements maintenance prioritization processes.
• Coordinates and plans efforts between Operations, Maintenance, Projects, and PPIC.
• Participates in and maintains compliance-related activities, including internal and external audits for applicable standards and certifications such as ISO 9001:2015, EFfCI, FSSC 22000, Kosher, Halal, RSPO, ISCC+, and others.

Connaissances

Chemical processing

Operations management

Team facilitation

Problem solving

On-call readiness

Formation

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

Description du poste

Area 2 East Production Specialist

Location: Elwood, IL, US, 60421

Job Description

The Production Specialist is responsible for facilitating planning and execution of production and construction/maintenance activities in the area and ensure efficient and effective project delivery according to established project goals. The candidate will own and facilitate the maintenance and development of work instructions in the area and operator development and training.

Responsibilities

• Provides work permits.
• Audits area maintenance and construction activities with the area EH&S Generalist.
• Develops and coordinates safety plans with EH&S prior to special activities.
• Supports behavior-based safety initiatives in the area by demonstrating safety expectations and participates in EHS investigations where applicable.
• Performs process or equipment troubleshooting alongside the Production Day Leader and hourly representative.
• Serves as a key production participant in maintenance area team meetings.
• Contributes to prioritization of daily and weekly maintenance activities.
• Plans, communicates, and executes equipment preparation for planned maintenance and capital project work with the production team.
• Works with the maintenance planner and team leader to coordinate emergency repair plans for process equipment.
• Provides backup support to the Production Day Leader as needed.
• Coordinates PSSR plans for turnarounds.
• Participates in area team meetings (Safety, Quality, etc.).
• Oversees, coordinates, and reports on training for new employee qualification testing.
• Oversees and coordinates work instruction development, improvements, and revalidation in cooperation with area Production Engineers.
• Oversees and coordinates training, skills development, and certifications for hourly area personnel.
• Supports PLAS and MOS systems and processes through implementation of meeting tactics, completion of follow-up actions, and coordination of improvements with engineering teams.
• Facilitates meetings to coordinate construction and other activities with plant personnel.
• Participates on capital project teams for scope development, evaluation of alternatives, and identification of cost savings opportunities.
• Develops, implements, and documents plans to reduce construction activity costs.
• Communicates with personnel, customers, and outside contractors.
• Participates in cross-functional collaboration across the organization.
• Investigates and tracks spending in SAP and CMMS.
• Implements maintenance prioritization processes.
• Coordinates and plans efforts between Operations, Maintenance, Projects, and PPIC.
• Participates in and maintains compliance-related activities, including internal and external audits for applicable standards and certifications such as ISO 9001:2015, EFfCI, FSSC 22000, Kosher, Halal, RSPO, ISCC+, and others.

Qualifications

• 5 years chemical processing experience, operations, and supervision.
• Solid comprehension of chemical and unit operations.
• Ability to facilitate troubleshooting efforts and team meetings.
• Effective problem-solving skills and demonstrated planning skills.
• Talented in organizing information and multi-tasking.
• Available to respond to on-call emergencies and shutdowns.

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent required: Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred

Pay Range

$86,000 - $133,000

At Stepan Company Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Includes

• Discretionary Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Reactions – Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Stepan Company does not accept or retain unsolicited resumes or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 19 global manufacturing locations and over 2,400 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.

We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Stepan is a global specialty and intermediate chemical manufacturer that has been serving a broad range of industries for over 90 years. Today, Stepan is a $2.7 billion revenue company. Our continued success is driven by the passion and commitment of our 2,500+ employees around the world.

Why Work At Stepan?

• Stable & Growing
• Collaborative Environment
• Make a Difference & Be Recognized
• Committed to Safety & Sustainability
• Value Driven Culture

Nearest Major Market: Chicago