Pilot Line Supervisor
Wilmington, DE - USA
Job Summary
Shape the Future with Us.
Job Type:Full-Time / On-Site
Salary:$110000 to $125000
How Youll Make an Impact
ThePilot Supervisor leads and manages theWilmingtonEstanePilot Line. This role is focused on providingshort termguidance to pilot line operators and carrying out a strategic vision for the pilot line.
As a leader within the PT organization the Supervisor will continue to foster a strong commitment to Corporate and Plant HSE initiatives includingProcess Safety Management(PSM)and Leader Standard Work (LSW). As a part of the PT organization this role offers an opportunity to draw insight from both manufacturing and commercial functions of theEstanebusiness including:
- Lead and Manage Pilot Line Operations and Pilot Line Staff to scale-up new product processes from the lab to commercial production scale.
- Develop and coach pilot lineteam. This includes conducting annual reviews career development discussionssafety compliance/audit supportand culturaldiscussionsand providingtimelyfeedback.
- Coordinate and Communicate priorities scheduling and reporting of continuous reactive extrusion secondary/post processing and melt compounding pilot line operation.
- Manage thepilot line schedule and communicate the priorities on a bi-weekly basis to targeted stakeholders..
- Actively manage non-working slow-moving (NWSM) inventory.
- Supervise lead and execute strategic initiatives for the pilot lineincluding:capital expansions business processes and organizational structure improvements.
- Design processes prepare engineering estimates and coordinate capital projects on pilot line equipment.
- Communicate with technical and non-technical members of product development teams to understand and apply project needs for successful scale up and product realization.
- Apply andmaintainsystems associated with new chemical introduction Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) Management of Change (MOC) Process Safety Management (PSM) and the Pilot Plant Request (PPR).
- Manage pilot lineexpenseand capitalbudgetand attend monthly budget review meetings.
- Work with theWilmingtonPlant finance team to review monthly raw materialconsumptions R&D material taxcreditsand budget deviations.
- Generate yearly management feedbackreportwhichcaptureskey measures of success.
Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success
- Bachelors of Science in Chemical Engineering.
- 2 Years experience in manufacturing operations in a chemical facility
- 2 years hands-on experience in Chemical and Polymer Process Engineering including troubleshooting and problem solving
- Knowledge with of Project Management in a stage-gate system
- Knowledge of Manufacturing operations including process and equipment design
- Knowledge of chemical and polymer unit operations including process and equipment design.
- Knowledge of experimental design (DOE) and data analysis using fundamental statistical techniques and statistical software
Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward
- Masters Degree in Chemical Engineering
- 5 years of experience in operations
- Experience supervising others.
- Demonstrated experience as hands-on mechanical and chemical process engineer
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Experience managing both internal and external customers
Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol were committed to providing a safe inclusive and empowering environment where you can do your best workwhether in a lab on the production floor or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role your work environment may include:
- Standing walking or operating equipment for extended periods
- Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
- Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
- Occasional lifting or movement of materials
- Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards
We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being productivity and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.
Benefits that Empower You
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
- 401(k) match Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
- Comprehensive medical dental & vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid holidays vacation and parental leave
- Flexible work environment
- Learning and development opportunities
- Career and professional growth
- Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
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Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. Delivered by You. For nearly 100 years The Lubrizol Corporation a Berkshire Hathaway company has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life advance mobility and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutionsfrom engine oils performance coatings and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems are powered by the expertise passion and commitment of people like you. We tackle the worlds toughest challenges with science-based solutions deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture dedication to safety and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern worldbrought to life by science and most importantly delivered by you. Whether youre in the lab on the production floor or in the office youll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly drive results and contribute to solutions that shape a better more sustainable future. We win because of you. Lets build the future together.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
As a leader in specialty chemicals, Lubrizol's mission is to be an essential ingredient in our customers' success. We are a market-driven, specialty chemical company with innovative technologies that include lubricant additives for engine oils and driveline fluids, industrial lubrica ... View more