Technical Manager

Purpose of Position

Responsible for the management and coordination of the Quality Control and Process Engineering functions.

Key Accountabilities

Direct supervision of Process Engineer.

Support plant level ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 programs.

Interface with Corporate Research and Development personnel

Process Safety responsibilities

Dual partnership of CAPEX projects with Plant Engineer

Heavy involvement with Process Hazard Analysis(PHA), and Management of Change(MOC).

Interaction with plant operation personnel and operators in regards to new products and/or processes.

Knowledge of Phenolics Chemistry and Technology a Plus

Improve the effectiveness of internal systems; increasing efficiency and reducing administrative overhead

Report regularly on key aspects of the business, in accordance with routine and ad-hoc reporting requirements

Provide relevant technical information to Operations staff to enable proper operation and maintenance of initiative plans and processes that minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials, and capital

Continually improve safety record by addressing both physical safety issues and employee safety attitudes

Maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas

Maintain individual skills keeping up to date with latest plant quality concepts and process engineering.

Other duties as assigned

Key Dimensions

Ability to deal effectively with employees

Strong organization and follow through skills

Sound judgment and reasoning skills

Experience, Know How, Skills, Personality

Experience in manufacturing environment a plus

Attention to detail

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Strong customer service and problem-solving skills

Strategic thinker with project management experience

Knowledge of SAP a plus

Knowledge and Experience with Process Control and in particular Delta V

Process Safety Management experience

Education required

Bachelor’s degree required, Chemical Engineer Preferred

6 plus years of experience in a high production environment.

10 years experience in manufacturing, with 5 years of supervisory or managerial experience.