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Clariant · 1 day ago

Production Manager

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, and they are seeking a Production Manager to lead and develop high-performing operations teams. The role involves ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production while driving production plan adherence and optimizing asset performance.

ChemicalChemical EngineeringManufacturingPlastics and Rubber Manufacturing
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Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of 45; including Production Supervisors, Operators, Maintenance Gatekeeper, Plant Engineer, and contractors assigned to operations
Develop and implement comprehensive training and development plans for hourly personnel; maintain up-to-date skills matrices for all roles
Create and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and supporting documentation using Intelex
Master SAP transactions related to production reporting and inventory reconciliation
Develop daily, weekly, and long-term production plans to ensure 100% adherence to schedules, in coordination with Supply Chain, Mining, and Maintenance departments
Drive initiatives to improve asset effectiveness, including increasing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and Utilization Efficiency (UEE)
Ensure timely creation of SAP maintenance notifications and support Maintenance Gatekeeper in achieving 100% compliance with preventive maintenance schedules
Champion Lean Six Sigma (LSS) principles within operations; obtain Green Belt certification and support continuous improvement events
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, reduce operating costs, and enhance delivery reliability
Ensure 100% compliance with Clariant’s Environmental, Safety, Health, and Asset (ESHA) policies and regulatory requirements
Identify and implement improvements to increase production output, reduce Environmental Variable Parameters (EVPs), and drive site profitability

Qualification

Lean Six Sigma Green BeltSAPMicrosoft OfficeOperations ManagementMaintenance Management

Required

Minimum of 3 years of experience in maintenance management, operations management, or a manufacturing support role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate's degree with relevant industrial experience will be considered
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
Paid Holidays
PTO time with a carry-over benefit
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
EAP Program
Spending and Savings Accounts
Life/AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
Pet Insurance
Online discount Mall
Auto/Home Insurance
Identity Theft Protection
Legal Services Plan

Company

Clariant

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Clariant is a chemical company that specializes in care chemicals, adsorbents, and additives.

H1B Sponsorship

Clariant has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (5)
2024 (8)
2023 (3)
2022 (11)
2021 (6)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$301.03M
Key Investors
SABIC
2025-03-07Post Ipo Debt· $301.03M
2020-12-07IPO
2018-01-25Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Conrad Keijzer
Chief Executive Officer
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Petra Weber
Head of Regulatory Portfolio Strategy
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