Compensation: $120,000 – $140,000 Per Year
Relocation Expenses: Yes

Location: Mobile, AL
Job Type: Direct Hire
Remote: No Remote
Years Of Experience: 5 – 7 years

Job Description
The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations of a department within the chemical
manufacturing facility, ensuring production goals are met efficiently and safely while maintaining high-quality
standards. The role involves managing personnel, coordinating production processes, and ensuring compliance
with environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operational Management:
   o Supervise daily operations of the chemical production department, ensuring efficient and safe
   production processes.
   o Monitor production schedules, equipment maintenance, and resource allocation.
   o Make critical decisions and develop schedules to balance production and equipment repairs.
   o Ensure that all production targets, quality standards, safety and PSM regulations are met.
2. Team Leadership:
   o Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers, technicians, and other operational staff.
   o Coordinate training programs and promote continuous improvement in employee
   skills. o Conduct performance evaluations and provide guidance for career development.
3. Safety and Compliance:
   o Ensure adherence to safety protocols, industry regulations, and environmental guidelines. (e.g.,
   OSHA, EPA, ASME, API)
   o Implement and monitor safety measures to prevent accidents, hazardous exposures, and
   chemical spills.
   o Investigate accidents or safety incidents and develop corrective actions. o Lead emergency
   response efforts within the incident command system.
4. Budget and Resource Management:
   o Develop and manage the department’s budget, ensuring cost control and resource
   optimization.
   o Oversee inventory management, ensuring that chemicals and materials are available for
   production.
   o Evaluate and recommend new technologies or equipment to improve efficiency and reduce
   costs.
5. Quality Control:
   o Work with the quality assurance team to ensure that the final products meet regulatory and
   customer standards.
   o Implement quality control systems and processes, ensuring the chemical plant’s products are of
   the highest standard.
6. Process Improvement:
   o Continuously assess and optimize plant processes, looking for opportunities to enhance
   productivity, reduce waste, and improve sustainability.
   o Participate in the design and implementation of process changes or upgrades.
   o Keep department focus on quality improvements to meet demands of semiconductor industry.
7. Communication and Reporting:
   o Report on production progress, issues, and performance metrics to upper
   management. o Coordinate with other departments such as maintenance, safety, and research
   and development (R&D) for seamless plant operations.
   
   Qualifications:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Experience: 5-10 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, with a proven track record in a
  leadership or supervisory role. Experience in process optimization and safety management is crucial.
  
  Skills:

1. Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of chemical processes, plant operations, and related
   technologies.
2. Leadership Skills: Ability to manage, motivate, and develop teams.
3. Problem-Solving: Capacity to analyze and resolve complex operational, technical, and safety issues.
4. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to report to upper management
   and coordinate with different departments.
5. Project Management: Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timelines and
   budgets are met.
6. Analytical Skills: Expertise in data analysis, process monitoring, and performance reporting.