Chemical Production Manager - Celanese International Corporation

Overview

The Production manager provides Leadership for the Vinyl Acetate unit to effectively utilize unit resources and personnel to achieve safe, reliable operations that meet unit objectives and customer needs. The ideal candidate will possess a strategic mindset, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence and engage others while maintaining a high standard of execution.

Responsibilities

• Review daily key process parameters with teams to maintain safety and environmental compliance, production targets and quality specifications.
• Prioritization and planning of emerging needs of non-routine activities.
• Develop and maintains risk register of actions for threats to production and ensure accountability.
• Drive discussions with the core team to reinforce behaviors and identify emerging issues.
• Ensures resources, raw materials and supplies are available for reliable unit operation.
• Drive development and engagement of team members
• Implement operation strategy developed by Unit leader while develop and maintain daily work processes to achieve flawless execution.
• Work with the technology leader to drive projects for continuous improvement.
• Administration of process safety requirements from MOC's, PHAs, bypasses and permits.

Qualifications

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or Mechanical engineering is required.
• 7 + years of experience in a chemical production facility.
• Proven ability to manage complex operations and deliver results within a structured framework.
•  Proficiency in business insight, financial acumen, and applying technology-driven solutions.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve process technology issues in distillation towers, reactors, and diverse equipment.
• Competence in DCS to effectively control and optimize processes ensuring safety, efficiency, and overall operational excellence.
• Deep understanding of OSHA and environmental regulations driving a culture of compliance
• Demonstrated commitment to adhering to ISO 9001 standards, product specifications, audits, and regulations, ensuring consistent quality, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Expertise in Process Safety Management (PSM), driving a culture of safety, efficiency, and compliance within the organization.
• Administration of process safety requirements from MOC's, PHAs, bypasses and permits.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to communicate effectively and influence others.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and adapt to changing business needs.
• Experience in conflict management, fostering collaboration, and promoting an open, inclusive work environment.

Benefits: [Some of our benefits are]

• Health insurance starts immediately, day one (thru United Healthcare). HSA contribution $1000 for employee only, $2000 for all other tiers – this is an annual contribution and unused amounts roll over until the next year.
• Medical, Vision and dental Plans
• 401k is a 6% dollar-for-dollar match with an additional 5% of your total pay. Celanese contribution (administered thru Fidelity, roll overs from other qualified plans are permitted)  
• Maternity leave is 12 weeks 100% paid, we also offer parental leave at 6 weeks paid, and they can take it in 2 weeks increments, does not have to be full 6 weeks at one time (You become eligible for this day 1)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – ESPP, can purchase stock at a discounted rate (15%) 
• We offer a ‘Global Career Framework’ a structure and framework for career growth and planning, lots of career advancement opportunities.