Advanced Specialist, Production

This is an onsite, in-person position located at: 8480 DuPont Road, Washington WV 26101.The Production Leader is an operations leadership role with 30 direct reports. This position is responsible for decision making and leadership for day-to-day process operations. This position routinely backs up the Area Manager.Responsible for the all the Safety, Health and Environmental aspects of the operation.Responsible for conformance to Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements. Lead and participate in PSM activities and audits.Responsible for manufacturing of many different engineered polymer products.Responsible for meeting all business objectives including production, volume, yield, uptime, cost…etc.Lead and facilitate daily production meetings.Lead and participate improvement projects.Lead and investigate Incidents / Variances/ Customer Complaints (Conduct Problem Solving Sessions - Root Cause Failure Analysis)Responsible for creating the appropriate work environment and executing Human Resource policies.Responsible to work closely with supply chain to build the production schedule.Responsible for leading and developing their direct reports. The operations Shift Leads and process operators report to this position.Coordination with Shift Leads, Engineers, and Maintenance Coordinator for maintenance and technical testing and needs.Responsible for oversight of the Packaging Area. Provide guidance to contract employees.Lead improvement and Capital projects throughout the area.Work with maintenance, technical, and operations as needed to troubleshoot area issues or coordinate incident investigations and problem-solving sessions (safety, quality, reliability, etc.).Review and approve operating directions, blanking lists, lock out sheets, etc.Attend daily/weekly maintenance planning meetings to help prioritize work needs for operations.Accountability:Held accountable to Safety, Health, Environmental metrics: LWC, TRI, OTJ, Tier I, II, III Incidents, and any process incidents.This role is accountable for all Operations metrics including SHE, Yield, Uptime, Cost, and Quality. Accountability is measured by meeting the PO for these metrics set by the business.Competencies:Teamwork / collaboration, embracing change and engagement, results oriented.Technical Bachelor's degree preferredAt least 3 years' experience in manufacturing operationsStrong computer skills (Microsoft Applications, SAP/SAPPM)Ability to work well with others using influenceAble to organize, plan, and prioritize multiple tasks and changing priorities

Created: 2025-10-04