Lead Operator

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant, and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues.

About the role

Supervises employees using machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line.

• Ensure EHS & Q compliance while operating complex systems, adjusting processes to optimize quality and productivity.
• Carry out new product trials and generate solutions to complex inefficiencies.
• Provide operational support services and sometimes act as first-line supervisor of a transactional operations area, using existing systems and protocols.
• Oversee a small (< 5) team of direct & indirect hire operations personnel performing routine work.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment for emergency repairs and carry out preventive maintenance routines.
• Contribute data and information to production plans. Run reports, check accuracy, and distribute information.
• Help to install complex systems, implement procedures, and conduct inspections of equipment with guidance.

Requirements

• B.S. in STEM field is preferred but High School Diploma with 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing is acceptable.
• Sound experience and understanding of straightforward procedures or systems.
• 1-2 years’ experience coordinating the work of others.
• Independently plans, organizes, prioritizes, and oversees activities to efficiently meet business objectives while providing technical guidance as needed.
• Communicates clearly and effectively to express ideas, request actions, develop plans, and create or review concise, effective reports.
• Develops and executes appropriate plans and actions based on business recommendations, requirements, and organizational needs.
• Manages safe work systems and develops, monitors, and interprets policies and procedures to ensure alignment with organizational strategies and objectives.

Benefits

• Performance-based remuneration.
• Occupational health benefits.
• Hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork.
• Attractive career paths and high-quality development programs.

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