Plant Engineering Manager, Process & Facilities - Depo/H2R/Analytics

Company: Wacker
Location: Charleston
Posted on: September 24, 2022

Job Description:

Our world needs ideas! As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we have been developing leading solutions for numerous sectors - from construction to photovoltaics and cosmetics to rubber - for over 100 years. We have a global presence with production sites on three continents and about 14,500 employees from 70 nations.WACKER POLYSILICON is the global leader in the production of polycrystalline hyperpure silicon for the semiconductor and solar solar industries. At our Charleston site, we are currently looking for a Plant Engineering Manager, Process & Facilities - Depo/H2R/Analytics to join our growing team.This is Us:You know us. You just didn't know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacture that prides itself on "Creating Tomorrow's Solutions". WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it's protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking a Plant Engineering Manager for our team in Charleston, TN.What you will do:As part of the Plant Engineering team, this position works in partnership with the Deposition, H2 Recovery, and Analytics teams to execute plant goals and objectives. This position will provide technical support and engineering services to operations and service units as necessary to provide for safe operations and assure regulatory compliance and availability of production units and/or infrastructure and utility systems.Managerial DutiesManage and/or support Project Team with capital invest and expense type projectsManage capital investment and technical expense budgetGuide team of engineers in the design, ongoing maintenance, and repair of unit assets per applicable RAGAGEP and past experience.Assure regulatory compliance of production unitsCoordinate and manage responsibilities and workload between plant process engineers assigned to the respective plant area, holding accountability for team adherence to priorities set by Sr. ManagerLead, develop, and evaluate plant process engineers assigned to the respective plant area.Specialized DutiesAssure availability of production units at required capacity and qualitySupport process and technology transfer/exchange between Wacker's Polysilicon production sitesCooperate with groups and individuals within the Engineering & Maintenance department, Operations, and other service units with focus on achieving optimal results/solutions from a corporate/enterprise perspective (both interdisciplinary and intercultural)Act as lead interface/partner with Operations counterpart, negotiating resource loading and agreement on urgencies vs prioritiesWork closely with area EIC Engineering Manager to ensure appropriate EIC support/prioritiesConduct and/or coordinate troubleshooting activitiesDrive and support continuous improvement activities related to safety, quality, and costDevelop and/or support development of specifications, standards, and policiesRepresent Wacker's interests towards authorities, suppliers, and contractorsCompile and provide reports related to area of responsibilityEnsure all required trainings are timely made by all team members in his/her area of responsibility.All other tasks as assignedWhat we need from you:Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering field (Mechanical, Chemical, etc.) is required7+ years of plant/reliability/maintenance engineering industryWacker engineering experience will be valued at 1.5 times industry experience7+ years of combined professional experience in the field of plant engineering, maintenance, and project management3+ years relevant engineering leadership experienceProven track record of leading cooperation between engineering, maintenance, and operations departments in an industrial settingStrong organization skills, with proven systems to track and communicate on multiple prioritiesAbility to perform and succeed in an environment of schedule and cost pressureCapability to professionally deal with changing priorities and requirementsThorough technical knowledge in the fields of chemical and mechanical engineering, incl. relevant regulations, maintenance strategies, standards, and codesExperience with OSHA PSM-covered systems and processesLeadership skills combined with team player attitudeObjective judgment and fact-based decision-making approachStrong multitasking competencyAbility and willingness for domestic and international (mainly to Germany) travelLife at Wacker:Wacker is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We encourage our employees to be their authentic selves and desire team members that share these interests. You will be valued for your contributions and perspectives as we continue to grow together. Your career is important to us, and we want to foster a mutually beneficial relationship where you feel heard, understood, and fulfilled. We consider our employees' overall health and satisfaction when creating a benefits package. Below are some of the additional incentives our employees enjoy.Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective Day 1401(k) with company matchTuition ReimbursementAdvancement OpportunitiesEducation Assistance ProgramPaid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidaysSupport for Community InvolvementBonus PlansWACKER, as an innovative chemical company, makes a vital contribution toward improving the quality of life around the world by developing intelligent solutions for sustainable growth. Our culture focuses on building and retaining diverse and inclusive teams. WACKER offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, competitive benefit offerings and beyond through giving back to our communities.Be part of our WACKER family, across all nations!We are looking forward to your online application at .Reference Code: 19318

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a Green card).WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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