Job Description
Job Description
Job Description:
Production Manager responsibilities will include overseeing all production activities at both the 3333 and 1916 plants and coordinating with operators and management regularly. The Overnight Production Manager will report to the Plant Manager.
This position will support 2nd and 3rd shift operations. Hours may be somewhat variable based on operational needs of each facility. Anticipated hours would be 6P-4A, Monday through Thursday, with some likely coverage of Sunday night 3rd shift startup (10PM).
Responsibilities:
· Understand and assist Plant Manager in developing, maintaining and updating production schedule
· Assist Purchasing Manager in making carrier arrangements or changes as required to best meet operational needs. Provide backup support for tank truck scheduling, operations, and procedural changes.
· Train with Maintenance Supervisor regarding plant engineering and learn troubleshooting techniques.
· Communication:
o Facilitate and effectively manage 2nd/3rd shift change overs, clearly communicating direction and priorities.
o Conduct regular documemented production training sessions or meetings with all production personnel (coordinating with Training/Safety lead)
§ Maintain training matrix for each employee
§ Review training as required
§ Identify areas where additional training would improve performance
o Provide regular production related communications and resource needs to the Plant Manager
· Review batch tickets and ensure instructions are consistent with desired manufacturing practice (in consultation with lab). Initiate change requests as appropriate.
· Identify required repairs or potential capital improvements.
· Ensure compliance to the following standards:
o Food Safety
§ Participate in FS meetings
§ Monitoring FS goals related to production
§ Internal auditor (will train, if not already an auditor)
o OSHA
§ Conduct Forklift training (external train-the -trainer course will be provided)
o ISO
§ Monitor completed batch ticket history for review and updates, as necessary
§ Internal auditor (will train, if not already an auditor)
§ Active involvement in root cause analysis (RCA) related to production
· Assist in floor operations when short staffed, or as needed
· Close batch tickets as required
· Assist in production related problem solving in efforts of continual improvement
· Review resumes for new hires, set up interviews with potential candidates with Plant Manager
Experience/Education:
o 5+ years experience in a production management or operations field desired
o Effective communication and troubleshooting skills
o 5+ years of operating experience in a chemical batch manufacturing environment.
Company DescriptionIvanhoe Industries, Inc. is a privately held, family owned specialty chemical manufacturer located in Zion, IL which is equal distance between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI. Our product line consists of foam control agents, non-ionic surfactants, release agents and hydrophobic silica that are used as additives in a wide range of consumer packaged goods and chemical formulations. Ivanhoe’s market focus is predominately food processing, fermentation, and agricultural applications, but we are developing industrial markets such as oil field, lubricants, and wastewater treatment applications.
Ivanhoe has always utilized bio-based raw materials to manufacture our products and always consider sustainable and environmentally friendly concepts in our product development. We are backwards integrated into many of our raw materials and look to offer highly concentrated and efficient foam control agents, and precision dosing systems to reduce cost, reduce carbon footprint, and create new value for our customers.
We apply our sense of family loyalty to our dealings with customers and how we treat our employees. We have both customers and employees who have been with us since the very beginning and we are constantly developing new ones as well. Our customers and our employees will be responsible for our continued success and they will always have first consideration in our decision making processes.
Our History
In 1979, Ivanhoe Industries was founded with a vision to become the leading manufacturer of silicone and non-silicone foam control technology for food applications. Over the years, Ivanhoe continually grew its manufacturing and R&D capabilities and by 1990, was able to build manufacturing facility complete with a research laboratory and warehouse in Zion, IL. This facility was expanded several times to accommodate larger warehouses and production areas.
In 2014, Ivanhoe opened new FSSC 22000 – GFSI Certified manufacturing facility to manufacture esters, blends, emulsions, and silica dispersions. The food facility utilizes stainless steel and hard piped construction to minimize the potential for cross contamination and to facilitate cleaning and sanitization activities. In 2016, a second Ivanhoe FSSC 22000 certified manufacturing facility was opened to expand our production capacity for emulsions and silica dispersions. The new facility was designed to manufacture hydrophobic silica and in late 2018, equipment was added to package the silica and sell to the open market.
Company Description
Ivanhoe Industries, Inc. is a privately held, family owned specialty chemical manufacturer located in Zion, IL which is equal distance between Chicago, IL and Milwaukee, WI. Our product line consists of foam control agents, non-ionic surfactants, release agents and hydrophobic silica that are used as additives in a wide range of consumer packaged goods and chemical formulations. Ivanhoe’s market focus is predominately food processing, fermentation, and agricultural applications, but we are developing industrial markets such as oil field, lubricants, and wastewater treatment applications.\n\nIvanhoe has always utilized bio-based raw materials to manufacture our products and always consider sustainable and environmentally friendly concepts in our product development. We are backwards integrated into many of our raw materials and look to offer highly concentrated and efficient foam control agents, and precision dosing systems to reduce cost, reduce carbon footprint, and create new value for our customers.\n\nWe apply our sense of family loyalty to our dealings with customers and how we treat our employees. We have both customers and employees who have been with us since the very beginning and we are constantly developing new ones as well. Our customers and our employees will be responsible for our continued success and they will always have first consideration in our decision making processes.\n \n\nOur History\n\n \n\nIn 1979, Ivanhoe Industries was founded with a vision to become the leading manufacturer of silicone and non-silicone foam control technology for food applications. Over the years, Ivanhoe continually grew its manufacturing and R&D capabilities and by 1990, was able to build manufacturing facility complete with a research laboratory and warehouse in Zion, IL. This facility was expanded several times to accommodate larger warehouses and production areas.\n\nIn 2014, Ivanhoe opened new FSSC 22000 – GFSI Certified manufacturing facility to manufacture esters, blends, emulsions, and silica dispersions. The food facility utilizes stainless steel and hard piped construction to minimize the potential for cross contamination and to facilitate cleaning and sanitization activities. In 2016, a second Ivanhoe FSSC 22000 certified manufacturing facility was opened to expand our production capacity for emulsions and silica dispersions. The new facility was designed to manufacture hydrophobic silica and in late 2018, equipment was added to package the silica and sell to the open market.