NaCN Process Manager

The NaCN Process Manager provides day-to-day guidance in safely operating the sodium cyanide manufacturing plant in Memphis, TN.  The process manager owns the production area and makes decisions and provides direction to meet production goals and best utilize the manufacturing assets.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provide direction to shift supervisors/operators

Verbal communication and coaching

Provide daily shift instructions

Interface with the supply chain to meet production goals

Monitor the process conditions and get other resources involved as needed to troubleshoot/optimize plant operation

Lead the morning process monitoring meeting and provide an update during the 8am site meeting

Work with Maintenance Coordinator and plant resources to plan scheduled outages

Develop work list

Screen/scrub items from the list according to business need

Provide input during Capital Project design reviews and work with shift supervisors to schedule operators for participation.

Provide a weekly work schedule for operators

Deploy flexible resources as needed (vacation relief operators, Safety Operator)

Ensure mandatory training is scheduled

Set the standard for safety and housekeeping in the area.

Coordinate work that impacts one of the other units with the respective management or vice versa.

Provide functional guidance to MCs and Shift Supervisors.

Review area procedures/SOCs

Review MOCs

Conduct Incident Investigations as assigned

Optimize plant performance and maximize available production days

Scheduling routine maintenance/mini-outages overlapping other opportunities to minimize production impact

Strategic scheduling of outage work taking customer impacts, raw material availability, demand, etc. into consideration.

Provide felt support and guidance during process outages

Generate weekly work schedule for operators and material handlers

 Considering plant needs while minimizing OT

Primary lead on hiring operators

·         Schedule and track training and qualification of operators

Primary area contact for operations

The following is required for this role:

Strong understanding of chemical process operations

5+ years of experience in management of High Hazard Process (HHP) facilities/hazardous materials manufacturing.

Demonstrated understanding of safety procedures and corporate safety philosophy

Demonstrated leadership abilities and the ability to work with a diverse population of employees and contractors

Ability to set priorities and provide direction 

Demonstrated strong teamwork, collaboration, and cross-cultural skills

Demonstrated ability to create a respectful work environment where everyone can contribute to their full potential

Demonstrated capability to drive results and meet tight timelines

Excellent time management and strategic planning skills

Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent attention to detail

Demonstrated ability to be flexible in a constantly changing work environment

Proactive and can think strategically

Proven record of developing individuals and own self-development

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Forms, Teams

The following is preferred for this role:

Experience with cyanide manufacturing or handling

SAP experience

Strong understanding of plant costs and general accounting principle  

Knowledge of Process Safety Management

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning & Development opportunities

Company-paid volunteer days

Who we are:

Draslovka is a global supplier with a family business approach focused on the future of our planet.

We are an international team driven by a shared goal and guided by our core values:

We put safety first

We always do the right thing

We build strong relationships

We act like business owners

We constantly reimagine what’s possible

We specialize in the manufacture, distribution and application of CN-based chemistries, with more than 100 years of experience in CN chemistry and production for chemical synthesis, mining, industrial and agricultural applications. We have operations in the Czech Republic, United States, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and India, and serve customers around the world. Come be part of our team!

Draslovka is an equal opportunity employer

Draslovka is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position