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Head of Production - EI3000/OCP

Who we are:
 

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 7.6 billion in 2021 and more than 13,000 employees in 33 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives, specialty chemicals and plastics. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good. In the United States, LANXESS employs more than 2,000 people at 25 locations in 11 states. 

We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!

Join our Team!
 

 

What we can offer you:
 

LANXESS is a young company with strong roots! We derive our strength from global presence, management excellence and most importantly our people! Our employees are the pillars of our success.
 
We offer exciting career opportunities regionally as well as internationally, educational assistance programs, competitive pay and benefits, language training programs, and many other personal and professional development programs that are a part of our vision and values that drive our ongoing success.

 

Job Highlights

  • Create and manage a department vision that aligns with the organization's vision and strategic plan.
  • Based on significant technical expertise, reviews and approves complex design concepts and provides general direction to technical staff.
  • Utilizes solid understanding of theories and practices of a variety of disciplines to manage complex projects or programs within boundaries of quality, time, and budget.
  • Represents as needed outside of business unit or division as subject matter expert.
  • Exhibits creativity and innovation in completing divisional and cross-functional/business unit responsibilities.
  • Identifies and investigates issues that present unusual conditions; solutions may require development of new or improved products, processes, or techniques.
  • Assesses feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering tests, products, and equipment.
  • Executes and leads performance improvement activities which may employ various process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, BPI, KAM, etc.).
  • Facilitates the implementation of applicable BEST/CLASS criteria.
  • Develops key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards based on strategic objectives and performance improvement goals.
  • Effectively manages mid-sized projects to ensure project completion on-time, on-budget, and on-quality; resolves issues and conflicts; coordinates project work with other operating units; regularly reports project status.

Requirements

  • BS Chemical Engineering preferred, equivalent chemical manufacturing experience accepted
  • 3-5 years related experience in a similar manufacturing environment showing increasing responsibility.
  • Leadership experience leading teams upwards to 50 people
  • Experience working and collaborating with a diverse group of individuals
  • Previous project management a plus

 

What we offer you:

  • Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. The minimum pay for this position is $107,400. Please note, the actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
  • Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
  • Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
  • Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.

 

LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.  

 
Join the LANXESS team!


Must include a resume.
Requisition ID:  5753
Location: 

El Dorado, AR, US, 71730

Work Arrangement:  Onsite
Level of Experience:  Middle management


Nearest Major Market: El Dorado
Job Segment: Industrial, Lean Six Sigma, Chemical Engineer, Outside Sales, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Sales, Engineering, Management

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