Production Manager
OXEA GmbHAbout OXEA: OXEA is a global manufacturer of Oxo Intermediates and Oxo Performance Chemicals with around 1,200 employees worldwide. Our products are used in various applications such as paints and coatings, lubricants and functional fluids, and personal care products. Location: Bay City, US, 77414 Mobile work possible?: no Entry Date: Employment type: Full time OXEA Corporation Company Overview | World leader in Oxo Chemicals Oxo products are the core competency of OXEA Corporation. We are producing more than 70 oxo intermediates and oxo derivatives for customers in a wide range of industries with various end market applications. Our chemicals are important ingredients in products that are used in daily life around the world. "We" refers to more than 1,200 OXEA employees worldwide. At our plants in Germany, the USA, and China, we produce intermediates and derivatives. Job Purpose This position is responsible for driving the safe, reliable, high-quality, and efficient operation of the production facility by fostering a culture of process safety, operational discipline, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and environmental stewardship. Ensures compliance with all regulatory and company requirements while optimizing plant reliability, productivity, quality, and cost performance to support the long-term success of the facility. Leads and develops the Production Team through effective planning, coordination, coaching, talent development, accountability, and performance management to achieve operational excellence and business objectives. Partners closely with Maintenance, Reliability, Technical Services, HSE, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams to drive process safety excellence, asset reliability, operational effectiveness, and cost competitiveness. Provides leadership in the development and execution of production strategies, operational improvement initiatives, workforce capability development, and capital project support to ensure sustainable business performance and organizational growth. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides leadership for safe, environmentally responsible manufacturing operations by maintaining effective Health, Safety, Environmental, and Process Safety Management (PSM) programs, including compliance with operating permits and Conduct of Operations principles. Leads, develops, coaches, and holds accountable a high-performing production team by ensuring employees are properly trained, qualified, and supported through consistent application of company policies and performance management practices. Accountable for achieving site performance objectives related to safety, environmental compliance, production volume, quality, reliability, cost performance, and employee development. Ensures operational knowledge, production technology, and technical expertise are maintained and continuously improved to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Leads production efforts to improve asset reliability and equipment performance through close collaboration with Maintenance, Reliability, and other Technical Services functions. Ensures effective implementation of Management of Change (MOC), risk assessment, and operational readiness processes to maintain safe and compliant operations. Develops organizational capability through workforce planning, succession development, mentoring, and employee engagement initiatives. Collaborates with plant leadership to establish priorities, allocate resources, and achieve site operational objectives. Directs production activities to resolve operational and technical issues while driving continuous improvement, cost reduction, process optimization, capacity enhancement, equipment reliability, and product quality. Executes business and production strategies by aligning team objectives, performance metrics, and daily operations with organizational goals. Partners with cross-functional leaders to integrate Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements int…