Production Manager Job

Arkema - Fort Worth, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Fort Worth, TX

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Production Manager oversees the production operations at the Fort Worth plant, providing leadership and direction to ensure safe and efficient manufacturing processes. This role is responsible for managing production resources, developing staffing models, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. The Production Manager will also coordinate with various departments to meet operational objectives and improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and management for all aspects of production activities.
• Own responsibility for safe manufacturing operations and compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Develop capacity and staffing models to meet production targets.
• Manage direct reports, including three production supervisors and associated operators.
• Create and manage the daily production schedule.
• Develop staff to support operational objectives.
• Continuously measure and improve operational efficiency.
• Coordinate production with purchasing, logistics, and maintenance departments.
• Ensure fulfillment of all required EHS and Quality training for subordinates.
• Assure compliance with all company policies and best practices.
• Coordinate activities with Corporate functions such as EHS, Sales & Marketing, Customer Service, HR, and Supply Chain.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Engineering or related discipline.
• 5-10 years of experience in Supervision, Operations Management, and/or Engineering.
• 3-5 years of experience in Project Management, Process Engineering, and Regulatory.
• Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead in a team environment.
• Adaptable to change and can lead change.
• Experience with Lean/6 Sigma Manufacturing.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.