Program Manager - Onsite Chemical Services

ASE; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ASE in Wentzville, MO is seeking a hands-on Program Manager to oversee a comprehensive chemical management program at an automotive assembly facility. You will lead the on-site team, coordinate chemical procurement, inventory, and process control to ensure uninterrupted supply and safe operations.

The role requires 3–5 years of chemical management experience, strong leadership, and ERP proficiency. You will drive continuous improvement, manage supplier relationships, ensure EHS compliance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related technical field.
• 3–5 years of chemical management or industrial process experience, preferably automotive manufacturing.
• Experience leading teams and managing suppliers or contracted services.
• Knowledge of chemical safety and environmental compliance.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the on-site team and manage program implementation.
• Oversee chemical purchasing, inventory, approvals, and cost allocation.
• Manage chemical testing, sampling, SPC, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate contracted services for water treatment, cooling, boilers, wastewater, lubrication, and parts washing.
• Maintain safety documentation and coordinate training for contractor safety.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or related technical field

Tools

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Program Manager to oversee a comprehensive chemical management program at a major automotive assembly facility in Wentzville, Missouri.

This role manages chemical procurement, inventory, process control, supplier relationships, EHS compliance, and continuous improvement. The Program Manager serves as the primary customer contact, partnering with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure uninterrupted chemical supply, safe operations, process quality, and measurable cost savings.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Lead the on-site team, manage program implementation, maintain customer relationships, and report on operational performance.
• Chemical Management: Oversee chemical purchasing, approvals, inventory, bulk supply, supplier coordination, and cost allocation.
• Process Control: Manage chemical testing, sampling, statistical process control (SPC), and corrective actions across paint, stamping, assembly, and plant utility operations.
• Supplier Management: Coordinate contracted services for water treatment, cooling towers, boilers, wastewater, conveyor lubrication, and parts washing.
• EHS Compliance: Maintain chemical safety documentation, oversee contractor safety requirements, support environmental compliance, and coordinate required training.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify cost-saving opportunities, track program performance, improve water and chemical usage, and implement process or technology innovations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related technical field preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in chemical management, industrial processes, or a related field; automotive manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience leading teams, managing customer relationships, and overseeing suppliers or contracted services.
• Knowledge of industrial chemicals, chemical safety, process testing, and environmental compliance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP or other ERP systems preferred.
• Ability to work on-site in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and complete required safety and hazardous-material training.

NOTE: RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION