Senior Manufacturing Operations Leader

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH; New Hanover Township (NJ); On-site; USD 122,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Flexible work arrangements (Xwork)

Training & Development

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH in East Hanover, NJ is seeking a senior leader to oversee all manufacturing operations, including lubricants blending, chemical plant operations, grease production and finished goods packaging. The role unites production supervision, process engineering and shipping/receiving into a multi-shift operation.

You will drive production schedules, coach leaders, and coordinate strategy to meet volumes, quality and cost targets while maintaining strict safety standards and

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. degree in Engineering (Chemical preferred) / MS degree preferred.
• 10+ years of professional experience in operations.
• Strong leadership experience is required.
• Experience in project management and lean manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and attain production schedules at optimum productivity, quality and cost levels.
• Direct production activities to achieve targeted volumes, productivity and cost performance.
• Lead manufacturing strategic planning to meet current and planned business needs and oversee tactical execution.
• Provide technical and operational coaching to Production Supervisors/Shift Leaders and directs manufacturing personnel actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and regulations and strong safety leadership (PSM).

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Operations experience

Strategic thinking

Senior management

Education

B.S. in Engineering

MS in Engineering

Job description

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH in East Hanover, NJ is seeking a senior leader to oversee all manufacturing operations, including lubricants blending, chemical plant operations, grease production and finished goods packaging. The role unites production supervision, process engineering and shipping/receiving into a multi-shift operation.

You will drive production schedules, coach leaders, and coordinate strategy to meet volumes, quality and cost targets while maintaining strict safety standards and