Site & Operations Manager (m/f/d)

Job Description:

Site & Operations Manager (m/f/d)

Huntsman (Germany) GmbH, Site Deggendorf

Huntsman Polyurethanes is a division of the Huntsman Corporation. We manufacture products for a wide range of industries at numerous locations worldwide. At our Deggendorf site, we produce and distribute high-quality polyurethane systems.

For our site in Deggendorf we are looking for an experienced Site & Operations Manager (m/f/d) to manage our processes and lead the local organization. Reporting to the Supply Chain Director EMEA, you will ensure that the plants run safely, stably, and sustainably. This role is an ideal challenge for a Site & Operations Manager who is looking for the opportunity to have both local and global impact in one of our Polyurethane business sites.

Your additional tasks as Site & Operations Manager (m/f/d) include:

1. Site Management & Legal responsibilities for the plant
2. Functional management responsibilities of Supply Chain, Production, EHS (legal part)
3. Management of all organizational and Human Resources responsibilities
4. Interface with the European Supply Chain, Automotive & Elastomer Business Platform, IT, EHS, Finance
5. Authorized representative for contracts, employment contracts, bank accounts, etc.
6. Take full legal accountability for ensuring that all activities on site are following legal, regulatory, and company EHS standards
7. Take the lead in strengthening the relationships with local authorities, Work Councils, Unions, and other Labour representatives, whilst ensuring compliance with regulatory and company standards

Requirements:

1. A university degree in chemical, production or plastics engineering and either a Lean Six Sigma Blackbelt or proven experience in Lean Manufacturing principles. Any further business economics education (such as an MBA) is highly desirable
2. At least 10 years of experience in managing (Specialty) chemical or plastics plants, with a proven track record in managing team leaders and department managers
3. Excellent communicator with the ability to build strong relationships with people on all levels, both internal as well as external
4. Experience in change management and the implementation of organizational change
5. Independent way of working, as well as a structured, team- and result-oriented working style
6. Experience in cost controlling and controlling cost center
7. Lean/Six Sigma and ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 50001, ISO 9000 or IATF 16949 knowledge
8. Ability to make clear decisions and communicate under stress
9. Business fluent in German and English, both written and spoken
10. A strong appreciation of EHS and a good understanding of German legislation on running a chemical production site
11. Basic knowledge of German Human Resource legislation.

What we offer you:

1. International working environment with a strong focus on occupational safety
2. Collegial working atmosphere and good working climate
3. Company pension scheme
4. Canteen on Site
5. Free drinks such as water, coffee and tea
6. Staff car park

Start date: immediately

What is next?

If you would like to join an innovative, collaborative, and multicultural team, please apply now. Your application will be forwarded to a Talent Acquisition Partner, who will strive to get back to you as soon as they can. We understand that applying for a new job is a big decision and we will work hard to keep you updated and support you along the way.

If you are interested, please apply with your complete application documents online at: http://www.huntsman.com/corporate/a/Careers

Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2021 revenues of approximately $8 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions. For more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at www.huntsman.com.