Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate. SUMMARY Ensures maximum profitability of the producing plant by developing and executing short-term and long-term operating and maintenance plans; establishes standards of performance and enforces compliance with Company rules, policies and procedures. Supports development of a culture of continuous improvement and acts as a mentor to help team members reach the next level of responsibility. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES May include, but are not limited to, the following: Coordinates implementation and execution of all health, safety, and environmental programs to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and company policies Confers with management personnel to establish production and quality control standards, develop budget and cost controls On regular basis, mentor, counsel/coach supervisors on best methods to achieve the operation’s goals for safety, human resources, quality and production Plans and directs production activities and establishes production priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors Coordinates production activities with procurement, maintenance, and quality control activities to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment Reviews and analyzes production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications, and operating or production problems Develops and implements operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality Develops a collaborative environment by engaging employee input to improve manufacturing performance, safety, product quality, cost control, productivity, and environmental protection Plans, develops, and implements methods to meet departmental and company goals within agreed upon budgets and timeframes Implement a data driven culture to balance competing interests to make logical and timely decisions Revises production schedules and priorities as result of equipment failure or operating problems Consults with engineering personnel relative to modification of machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products Oversees and coordinates recruitment and new hire process to maintained required staffing and maintains employee training programs Work with management on succession planning by identifying individual development needs for team members Oversees and coordinates raw material, in-process, and finished goods inventory control processes and reconciliations to ensure accurate inventories, timely movements of materials, and accurate measurements of material usage Directs the activities of each department through superintendents who are responsible to produce effective results within their area of responsibilities to ensure optimum product quality, availability and line efficiency Maintains a safe working environment for all employees and ensure that employees follow established safety rules to ensure the goal of zero injuries Perform additional duties as assigned EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required Lean Manufacturing, Green Belt Certification required 5 - 7 years supervisory/management experience, in a 24 hour a day manufacturing operation Demonstrated capability in planning, organizing, implementing and measuring programs and projects; strong problem solving, analytical and computer skills Must have the ability to work effectively and positively with all organizational levels, be proactive and an innovator Demonstrated capability to initiate and lead change in a manufacturing environment and drive success Demonstrated empathetic people management skills and balanced approach to problem solving Working knowledge of statistical process control and lean manufacturing methods Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation. If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday. Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com
