Production Leader

Stepan Company; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 77,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Bonus

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Match

Profit Sharing

PTO

STD/LTD

HSA

Job summary

Stepan Company in the United States is seeking a Production Leader to oversee the production area’s performance—EH&S, quality, and reliability—and supervise hourly employees in the operation.

The role includes planning production, maintaining equipment safety, training staff in HSE, ensuring SAP data accuracy, and driving cost-effective root-cause analysis for customer issues. Strong leadership and SAP experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 5 years of chemical operations/manufacturing experience.
• 3 years minimum of Management Experience in Manufacturing.
• Understanding of chemical process and production equipment required.
• SAP experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage manufacturing (Planning, Production and Warehousing) to ensure HSE, operational, financial and customer service targets are achieved and develop the team and area in line with business needs.
• Responsible for managing the safe operation of plant and equipment in line within internal and legislative requirements.
• Ensure that all employees within the operations area are suitably trained in all aspects of HSE to deliver appropriate performance.
• Promote and maintain a behavioral Safety culture in the operations area.
• Responsible for the setting and delivery of production plans.
• Ensure availability of identified capacity bottlenecks and proposals for the next steps for plant capacity increases.
• Oversee stock accuracy of materials within SAP system and ensure accurate data in SAP for all processes.
• Root causes of manufacturing related customer complaints are identified and addressed in a cost-effective way in a timely manner.
• Identify technical and commercial functions to ensure customer requirements are fully defined and understood.
• Manage the team members and ensure their performance is in line with expectations.
• Recruit and select team members for area and undertake disciplinary action according to the procedure when required.
• Manage budget with fixed cost performance for manufacturing budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SAP

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The Production Leader is responsible for managing all aspects of the production area’s performance – EH&S, quality, and reliability. The Production Leader will be directly responsible for the supervision of the hourly employees in the area and supporting the operational.

• Manage manufacturing (Planning, Production and Warehousing) to ensure HSE, operational, financial and customer service targets are achieved and develop the team and area in line with business needs.


• Responsible for managing the safe operation of plant and equipment in line within internal and legislative requirements.


• Ensure that all employees within the operations area are suitably trained in all aspects of HSE to deliver appropriate performance.


• Promote and maintain a behavioral Safety culture in the operations area.


• Responsible for the setting and delivery of production plans.


• Ensure availability of identified capacity bottlenecks and proposals for the next steps for plant capacity increases.


• Oversee stock accuracy of materials within SAP system and ensure accurate data in SAP for all processes.


• Root causes of manufacturing related customer complaints are identified and addressed in a cost-effective way in a timely manner.


• Identify technical and commercial functions to ensure customer requirements are fully defined and understood.


• Manage the team members and ensure their performance is in line with expectations.


• Recruit and select team members for area and undertake disciplinary action according to the procedure when required.


• Manage budget with fixed cost performance for manufacturing budgets.

Qualifications

• 5 years of chemical operations/manufacturing experience.


• 3 years minimum of Management Experience in Manufacturing.


• Understanding of chemical process and production equipment required.


• SAP experience.


• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Pay Range: $77,000 - $115,000

The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.

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)


• 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 90years. 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

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