Production Shift Leader

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. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with Smart Work.

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

• Ensures a safe and healthy work environment through vigilant enforcement of all applicable laws and regulations, including Evonik EHSQ and other policies.
• Provide leadership and guidance to Chemical Operators in the operation of manufacturing process equipment.
• Responsible for oversight of productivity on shift to achieve production targets.
• Communicate appropriate information to the Production Manager and Engineers.
• Organize shift schedules for team members and monitor coverage.

• HS Diploma/GED plus five years or greater working in plant operations OR an engineering degree in mechanical, chemical or industrial plus 3 years of experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of strong leadership experience is a must.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Exceptional organization and time‑management abilities.
• Leadership skills such as decision‑making, motivation and goal‑setting.
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate effectively.
• Technical process knowledge. Able to read P&, perform DCS operation, basic equipment knowledge and possess the ability to learn the plant operations.
• Expertise in safety regulations and permitting.
• Comfortable with workplace technology such as Microsoft Office applications, SAP, DCS/HMI and other software.
• Basic math skills.

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. Pay Range: $72,700 - $121,200.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off plan
• 401(k) savings plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.

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Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.