Monomer Plant Production Manager

Job Summary

Ensure the monomer plant is operated safely and efficiently following the agreed S&OP production plan. Coordinate the daily activities of the Monomer team and plant contractors, and oversee training of new personnel.

• Manage day‑to‑day plant operations to meet the S&OP plan while maintaining safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with the Maintenance Planner.
• Coordinate plant outages with engineering, maintenance, and S&OP.
• Review and update plant operating procedures as needed.
• Address and resolve customer complaints promptly.
• Audit operator performance for compliance with safety and procedural requirements.
• Work occasional out‑of‑hours for plant operations, shutdowns, or commissioning new processes.
• Act as incident controller when required.
• Mentor apprentices through the program.
• Collaborate with the plant engineer on continuous‑improvement projects and operator‑suggested improvements.
• Maintain regular interaction with other manufacturing managers, purchasing, and supply‑chain functions.
• Purchase operational items under £10K and sanction personnel costs such as overtime.

• Minimum of HNC/HND in Chemical Engineering or related discipline, or 5–10 years of experience in complex plant operations.
• Demonstrated leadership and motivational skills.
• Effective communicator able to present technical information to varied audiences.
• Proven experience with high‑risk permit‑to‑work systems and risk assessment.
• Strong technical understanding of chemical plants and processes.
• Commitment to process and systems improvement initiatives.
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, Email); SAP competence is a plus.

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