Production Superintendent

Evonik España Y Portugal SA.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik España Y Portugal SA in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Production Superintendent to provide operational support to the Small Molecule Manufacturing plants. The role focuses on coordinating changeovers, meeting production schedules, and driving efficiency and cost reduction while ensuring product quality and adherence to cGMP standards.

You will work with operators and supervision to implement continuous improvement initiatives, mentor staff, and uphold ESHS programs to minimize injuries and

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of manufacturing or technical support experience.
• Ability to lead a group to achieve objectives across a broad impact.
• Supervisory/coaching experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Small Molecule Manufacturing processes.
• Ability to motivate and mentor others.
• Ability to analyze data and implement corrective actions.
• Clear and effective communication across organization levels.
• Flexible hours to support 24/7/365 operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Changeover Activities
• Meet Manufacturing Goals
• Continuous Improvement Activities
• Provide Support and Adhere to ESHS Programs
• Support Operator Development
• Meet Fundamental cGMP Requirements

Skills

Tactical leadership

Data analysis

Cross-functional communication

Changeover coordination

Continuous improvement

Employee coaching

EH&S knowledge

Operations management

Education

Chemistry or Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

Production Superintendent

The Production Superintendent is primarily responsible for providing operational support to the Small Molecule Manufacturing production plants. Primary responsibilities include: 1) holistically manage the activities associated with manufacturing and process changeovers in order to achieve conformance with production schedules, 2) work closely with operating personnel, supervision, and other support personnel to identify and implement initiatives to reduce errors, increase efficiency, reduce operational costs, and improve product quality, and 3) support departmental ESHS activities to eliminate/reduce injuries and process safety hazards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Changeover Activities
• Meet Manufacturing Goals
• Continuous Improvement Activities
• Provide Support and Adhere to ESHS Programs
• Support Operator Development
• Responsible to meet Fundamental cGMP Requirements

Requirements

• Minimum 8-10 years of manufacturing or manufacturing technical support experience (a BS degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required)
• Demonstrated ability to provide tactical leadership of a group to achieve a common objective with a broad range of impact
• Some supervisory experience desired (including coaching employees to improve performance)
• Strong, demonstrated knowledge of Small Molecule Manufacturing business processes
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and mentor others in the department and SMM
• Ability to identify and improve business processes by analyzing data, developing countermeasures, implementing action plans, and monitoring results
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively across all levels of the organization
• Flexibility in hours is required as the role supports a manufacturing plant that operates 24/7/365

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.