Production Manager

Job Type: Full-time; On-site

HowYoullMake an Impact

As a Production Manager you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a high-performing chemical manufacturing operation. This is more than a plant leadership position. It is an opportunity to influence business strategy drive operational excellence lead transformational initiatives and develop a culture where people safety and performance thrive.

In this highly visible leadership roleyoullhave the autonomy to make meaningful decisions champion continuous improvement and partner with cross-functional teams to bring new products and technologies from development to commercial success. Your leadership will directlyimpactemployee engagement customer satisfaction operational performance and the long-term growth of the business.

Youlljoin a team committed to innovation sustainability and continuous improvement while helping deliver solutions that advance mobility improve wellbeing and enhance modern life.

In this role you will:

• Lead all aspects of plant safety environmental health and regulatory compliance fostering a culture where safety is the top priority.

• Provide strategic leadership for production operations aligning siteobjectiveswith business goals andlong-termgrowth strategies.

• Drive performance against key metrics including cost asset reliability productivity quality and operational efficiency.

• Manage operating budgetsidentifycost savings opportunities and ensure responsible stewardship of plant resources.

• Develop and empower teams through coaching performance management succession planning training and leadership development.

• Ensure strong operating discipline standardized work processes and quality systems that support customer requirements and certification standards.

• Partner with Supply Chain Commercial Engineering Process Technology and Pilot Plant teams to resolve issues support innovation and deliver business results.

• Lead capital planning and project execution activities that improve safetymaintainequipment reliability and enable future growth.

• Support new product scale-up process development and commercialization efforts to capture emerging business opportunities.

• Serve as an active member of the Avon Lake Leadership Team helping shape site strategy and organizational success.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.

• 10 or more years of experience in process engineering manufacturing operations or operations management within chemical manufacturing pharmaceuticals platics petrochemicals or other related process manufacturing environments.

• Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams operations and business performance.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing excellence process safety management quality systems and regulatory compliance.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities projects and stakeholders in a dynamic production environment.

• Excellent communication interpersonal and influencing skills with the ability toengageall levels of an organization.

• Strong planning organizational problem solving and presentation skills.

• Self-drivenresults-oriented and committed to continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward

• Completion of a formal leadership development program.

• Experience leading capital projects project implementation and cross functional project management initiatives.

• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015EFfCIstandards and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environments.

Your Work Environment

At Lubrizolwerecommitted 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 withappropriate PPEprovided

• 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

Learn more at Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. Delivered by 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.

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