Manager, Plant, Fontana

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.              

     

 

 We are looking for someone to be responsible for managing and leading the manufacturing operations in Fontana, CA. The ideal candidate will oversee safe and environmentally conscious operations on a daily basis to ensure only the highest-quality products are produced in a timely and cost-efficient manner.  They will utilize lean manufacturing tools and processes to create a culture of total employee engagement and the elimination of all waste, manage the inventory of raw materials and finished products, and direct the planning and layout of equipment, workflow, and workforce utilization.

 

What you can expect from us:

• Great opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Increasing your abilities and skills in various area
• Employment in a stable company with an established position in the market
• Attractive benefit package
• Great, multicultural and positive working environment

 

What you’ll bring to the team:

• Four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical field with a minimum of 5 years’ chemical plant management experience or a minimum of 8 years’ experience in one or more chemical plant management functions: production, materials management, technical, engineering or maintenance
• Minimum 5 years’ prior supervisory experience in a manufacturing operation
• Significant Lean and 6 Sigma experience
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills
• Strong computer skills in MS Office
• Experience with business management systems, preferably SAP
• Proven leadership skills in a fast-paced, high-stress environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience with capital and project management
• Experience with operations accounting and budgeting
• Experience dealing with Hazardous Materials

 

Ready to create better every day? Join Kemira!

 

Salary range - 115k-130k based on qualifications an