For our Process Development Department in Monthey, Switzerland, the reference site for the Advanced Materials division, we are looking for a
Process Development Manager (m/f)
The Process Development Manager will lead a team that is responsible for the introduction of new product and new manufacturing processes in accordance to Huntsman process safety standards. The incumbent is responsible for trouble-shooting production issues and development & scale-up of processes in the area of thermoset chemistry. As member of the Site Leadership Team, the incumbent will also be responsible for delivering site objectives and reporting performance against Key Performance Indicators, following up on deviations and driving successful operations.
Key responsibilities :
Lead, manage and develop the Process Development team, the assets (lab + pilot building) and the project portfolio in Monthey
Opportunity to lead the Regional Team and the European Development portfolio
Taking Technology results (like new products etc) into production. Develop manufacturing processes to fit existing assets or design and develop the appropriate process to match the expectations. Support product transfers if technology input is required
Optimize manufacturing processes in capability / reliability / capacity/ quality or Safety.
Responsible for assuring that all associates (and contractors) in Process Development performs their job functions in conformance with Huntsman Policy
Ensure that Performance Management system is in place and effective to drive and continuously improve the effectiveness
Develop knowledge and capabilities within Process Development to support the mid to long term business and manufacturing strategy.
Manage and develop the Safety Lab Unit to comply with the highest and latest Process Safety standards
Be collaborative and a key partner for our Marketing, Innovation and Operations departments to enable project realization and prioritization
Define and Manage budget and develop further our asset capabilities (lab + pilot unit)
Participate and implement new Programs developed On Site e.g: 5 S – Kaizen– 6 sigmas– behavioural Safety- OEE/OPE– Step Change . .
Show strong Leadership capability and eventually remote management capability by:
Emphasizing the Vision and developing Leadership within the Team
Coach the staff to set and achieve their goals according to PD strategy, plans and initiatives
Member of Monthey Site Leadership Team
Key requirements :
University degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
Professional experience in a Development and/or Manufacturing role for minimum 5 years and in a (project) management role for minimum 3 years
Experience in leading teams of (technical) professionals
Education in business management system is a plus
Solid scientific knowledge
Flexibility and travelling on purpose
Ability to develop others, be positive, build teams and strong relationship
Ability to analyse and solve complex situation and be results focus
Good communicator and influencing skills to enable projects
Language required: English and French, German is a plus
We offer :
competitive working conditions
an enriching working environment within cross-functional and multicultural teams and organizations
opportunities for development within the company, on site and internationally
well equipped department with state of the art assets
If you are interested in this position in our international company, please do not hesitate to send your application on line.
