DEFI Process Area Manager

DEFI Process Area ManagerFull/Part TimeFull Time LocationHammond, IN
Description

Process Area Manager


 

Unilever’s mission is to add Vitality to Life.  We meet everyday needs for nutrition, hygiene and personal care with brands that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life.

 

Unilever is among the Top 70 of the Fortune Global 500 Companies.  We are also one of the world’s leading suppliers of fast moving consumer goods in foods, household and personal care products.  Our purpose is to meet the everyday needs of people everywhere – to anticipate the aspirations of our consumers and customers and to respond creatively and competitively with branded products and services, which raise the quality of life.

 

Position Summary
We are currently searching for Process Area Manager for our plant in Hammond, IN. The position is responsible for providing high quality bulk product to production stamping lines and other business units in a timely, safe and cost effective manner.

The Process Area Manager is also responsible for the leadership of the Defi Process area, directing daily operation, as well as being responsible for leading the TPM improvement activities within business unit and facilitating process changes required to achieve business needs.

Position Responsibilities
1) Responsible for following Company and Plant Environmental Policies and for maintaining all appropriate Environmental Regulations. Responsible for Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) activities and performance within process area.


2) Ensure product is produced in accordance with plant schedule, cGMP’s, & SHE directives.


3) Manage the Defi Process skill development, training and education of associates. Capitalize on department individuals’ contributions to help achieve departmental goals and deliverables.


4) Provide leadership within the Defi Process area for TPM activities in an effort to drive Process performance and improvements to achieve maximized business profitability by increasing throughputs, reducing losses, and improving overall morale.


5) Responsible to follow all plant/department safety rules/procedures. Attend all safety training. Be able to demonstrate an understanding of all safety training topics. Service on a safety team.


6) Understand operational and technical issues and work directly with plant management to identify required objectives and allocate resources appropriately.


7) Facilitate and aid upcoming equipment or system changes driven by business cost reductions, product innovations/renovations and shifts in inventory management.


8) Provide individual recognition and job satisfaction to teammates while emphasizing an inter-department multiple shift team effort toward production goals.

Education and Experience:
Undergraduate degree in science and/or engineering. B.S. Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry preferred.

3 - 5 years manufacturing leadership in a fast-moving consumer goods production environment.

Working knowledge of computers, basic application software, and process control systems required.

Technical ability and understanding of compounding processes and equipment preferred.

Competencies & Abilities
Supervisory: Ability to lead and coach effectively, skilled in training needs assessment, development and delivery.

Problem Solving: Ability to organize and prioritize actions effectively, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Understanding of the interrelationships between issues and processes when solving problems.

Communications: Proficiency in written and verbal communication skills, as well as presentation skills. Ability to translate decisions into appropriate actions that deliver quality products and services.

Leadership: Lead others through influence skills and consensus building.

Management: Ability to understand and perform financial management and analysis. Ability to design processes and components to meet program objectives.

Team Commitment: Encourages and supports teamwork as a means to accomplish objectives. Will be part of cross-functional teams, both in leader and individual contributor roles.

Unilever offers a competitive compensation package which includes: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including spouse and children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, Retirement & Savings Plans, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Vacation and Holidays.

Unilever is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Employment is subject to verification of pre-employment drug-screening results and background investigation.

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