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Aurorium is the materials innovation partner that helps global manufacturers harness the power of possibility to make the world a better place. Their specialty ingredients and high-performance materials enhance quality of life, support health and wellness, and enable customers to deliver value-added solutions. Key industries served include household products, coatings & adhesives, energy & electronics, healthcare, food & beverages, agriculture, transportation, and paper & packaging. A Responsible Care® company, Aurorium follows the highest regulatory standards across all manufacturing facilities. The company's global integrated supply chain offers the customer product consistency, easy access, supply security and reasonable turnaround on delivery. Aurorium is committed to operating at the highest levels of manufacturing consistency, quality control and safety.

Job DescriptionAccountable for license to operate of the site from a law and regulation point of viewEstablishes a vision for the site and the development of a strategic plan in coordination with business and corporate objectivesDefines and realizes the manufacturing plan short term and long term and tracks performance with relevant KPI'sManages organization operations by directing and coordinating activities consistent with established goals, objectives, and policiesAs a proprietor and holder of the partial permits, you are the direct point of contact for Chemelot Site Permit BV as an umbrella permit holderManages several operational, technical and EHS & compliance work processesCreates and fosters a work environment conducive to safe work conditions and high employee moraleImplements programs to ensure attainment of business plan for growth and profit with full accountability for P&LMaintains authority over budget and schedulingMeets compliance and reporting requirements and ensures completed work adheres to all local and national laws & regulationsDirects and oversees enforcement organization's personal and process safety programs and work safety standards to protect the environment, employees, and the company against harmAccountable for the overall manpower & resource planning (FTE ~30, direct reports 3), work climate, competence development and performance of the manufacturing team as well as career developmentConducts performance management of direct reportsDrives profitability through control and leveraging of manufacturing costs, inventory, cost of goods, procurement initiatives, and vendor relationships, and use of automationDrives continuous improvement and operational management processes through the implementation of operational excellence principlesLeads the long term and short-term asset planning, as well as execution of the annual capital planLeads and drives change processes and coordinates improvement projects / process changesDraws up, implements, audits and improves the safety (SEVESO) and quality (ISO 9001) management system (policies, procedures, etc.)Prepares and leads external audits & inspectionsLeads and drives sustainability initiativesSets up and maintains relationships with relevant external stakeholders (local authorities, neighbor plants, partners & suppliers, regional networks, etc.), as a point of contact for the Geleen Site.Acts as liaison with other functional groups and business teams within the wider organizations to represent the plantParticipates in Chemelot initiatives and reporting structuresParticipates in the Chemelot Emergency Response Team and leads the Aurorium Emergency Response Team on siteDrive and support leadership across all other functions if required, acting as the main works council contact, as a senior leader for Netherlands

Compliance:

Complies with company Health, Safety and Environmental policies, procedures and arrangementsReports all Health, Safety and Environmental accidents, incidents and near misses promptlyActs in a safe and responsible manner at all times

Problem Solving and Innovation:

Active participation within continuous improvement activitiesParticipates in problem solvingTakes responsibility and ownership for own learning and development in the spirit of continuous improvement of both self and the businessAssists in the training, mentoring and assessment of other team members

Exercises autonomy and judgement subject to overall direction or guidance

The Successful Applicant

Education and Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Chemistry, or an advanced degree preferred

Experience

Proven managerial skillsMinimum of ten (10) years of management experience in production, plant maintenance, or engineeringExperienced in process safety and risk identification & evaluation techniques (HAZOP, PHA, LOPA, JSA, etc.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated strong leadership, coaching, communication, and planning skillsAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situationsProblem solving skills including the ability to analyze technical data and make creative and balanced decisionsExcellent leadership, coaching, communication, and planning skillsStrong financial skills, including knowledge of basic budgeting, forecasting and cost control techniques, with experience managing P&LSelf-motivated and ability to work within a fast-paced environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to flex own style as needed to influence and drive resultsDemonstrated high technical attitude as well asanalytical skillsStrong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs and prioritiesAbility to work in a team environment within a multi-functional, organizational structure and exhibit robust interpersonal skillsExcellent proficiency within Microsoft products as well as ERP systemsCritical thinking and conflict resolution skills and analytical abilities which allow assessment of customer service issues, situations, and opportunitiesAbility to engage with multiple internal and external stakeholders at various levels including senior managementWide knowledge of Operational Excellence ProcessesExperienced in leading and facilitating organizational changesKnowledge of and experience in project managementExcellent Dutch & English language skills (both written and oral)Embodies the core values ofAurorium:credible:keeps their word and honors their commitments, acts with integrity, and holds themselves accountable to their decisions and actionsoutcome-oriented:adheres to an unparalleled standard of excellence in everything they do, to deliver results with real impactdriven: passionate about delivering authentic, world-class experiences that engage customers and inspire greatnessempowered accountability: empowered to achieve common goals and accountable for delivering performances and results that exceed standardsWhat's on Offer

Market driven package

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