Sr. Manufacturing & Production Manager

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Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.

The primary role of the Manufacturing and Production Manager is plan, organize and control production at the Univar manufacturing facilities to ensure safe, compliant and efficient operations and that all products are produced efficiently, on time, and within specification. The position requires ownership of production, scheduling, safety, quality assurance, selection and development of staff, and continuous improvement activities at the facility. Responsible for meeting or exceeding customer expectations while obtaining financial goals.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Responsible for overall safe, efficient, legal and economical operation of all production, warehouse, repack, bulk handling, laboratory and shipping/receiving activities at the facilities.
• Implements corporate policy on health and safety, environmental affairs and operations standards at the facility level to include all training, documentation, permits and records.
• Ensures operations are compliant with all federal, state, and local regulatory, safety, health, environmental and security programs.
• Drive manufacturing performance to meet schedules that allow for superior customer satisfaction and high efficiency by establishing and executing operating plans.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures for production and supporting operations.
• Monitor quality standards, implement, and enforce quality control and tracking programs.
• Analyze production and quality control to detect and correct problems.
• Establish process metrics and develop a system to achieve and maintain performance to targets.
• Supports sales efforts consistent with corporate and regulatory compliance, health, safety and environmental affairs.
• Develop capital budgets to maintain and enhance operating capabilities and meet new product offerings.
• Manages salary plan, personnel development, hiring, promoting and termination.
• Oversight of maintenance, upkeep and housekeeping of facility, buildings, and equipment.
  
  
  

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or business administration.
• 5 years demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills in coaching and team building with all levels of people in the organization.
• High level of decision-making ability, balancing customer needs and company objectives.
• Strong organization skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workload.
• Leadership abilities that are recognized by peers and subordinates.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• In-depth knowledge of chemical handling and blending.
• In-depth knowledge of Local, State and Federal regulations affecting facilities in area of responsibility.
• Working knowledge of governmental requirements related to the chemical industry; i.e. OSHA, EPA, RCRA, DOT, etc. or demonstrated ability to attain such knowledge.
  
  
  

WHERE YOU'LL WORK:

Location: 9733 Meador Rd. Conroe, TX 77303

PAY & BENEFITS:

• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location
• Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs.
  
  
  

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews.
• Competitive pay and benefits
  
  
  

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion. Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry.

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.