Chemicals & Materials TN Sponsorship Jobs in New Jersey

Job Highlights

• Oversee and manage both capital projects as well as other non-capital improvement projects
• Responsible for all phases of project management: project concept development, preliminary, design, development of project cost estimate, develop project plan, assist in the project justification development and submit proposal
• Assist in the development of annual capital budget/plan and multi-year plan and reports against progress versus plan during the course of the year
• For capital projects, manage the projects according in accordance with Lanxess Capital project management requirements (planning, submission approval, tracking/reporting)
• For all approved projects, complete approved projects to achieve desired result within budgeted time and cost
• Oversee all aspects of execution including:
• design review (including any required safety reviews, Hazops, etc.)
• procurement (such preparation and support of RFQs, submission of requisitions, approval of invoices, etc.)
• develops, reviews, revises and field verifies as required P&IDs, bids
• installation
• commissioning
• start-up
• Track spend and progress and regularly report status as needed/required
• Develop, review and implement MOCs as needed
• Mentor other staff with regard to Project Engineering and Process Safety Management
• Support manufacturing strategic planning to ensure manufacturing capabilities are able to meet current and planned business needs and directly oversees tactical execution of these plans
• Support production activities to achieve targeted volumes, productivity and cost performance

Experience / Skills

• Bachelor degree in Engineering
• Minimum 10 years Project Engineering experience in the chemical manufacturing industry
• Must be able to independently manage small to large capital projects
• Working knowledge of EHS&S requirements and PSM (Process Safety management)
• Experience performing MOCs, PHAs, Hazard studies
• DCS, PLC experience (desired)
• Lean Manufacturing experience
• Continuous improvement skills leading LEAN, SIX SIGMA, root cause analysis initiatives and efforts desired
• Exhibits strong safety leadership and is competent in the areas of contractor management (required)
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Excel, Word Power Point (required)
• Technical / mechanical skills (required)
• SAP knowledge (desired)
• Knowledge of ISO quality systems (desired)

Who we are

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.

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What we offer

• Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. The established pay range for this position is $94,700 to $157,800. Please note, the actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
• Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
• Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
• Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.

LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.

We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!

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