Technical Manager Job at Reichhold, Inc.
Responsible for production of quality products through formula management, sound analytical support and analysis of new and existing products to fit plant process capabilities to meet customer expectations. Lead plant quality programs and assist Technology and Production teams with product conformance, optimization, and process improvement. Interact with customers to provide technical assistance, as well as demonstrate leadership to improve quality efforts at the plant.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensure products are produced in accordance with the national formula and within specification. Eliminate off-specification production and minimize adjustments through projects as a process expert on the plant team.
25%
Develop personnel – Support refinement and development of reproducible and repeatable lab techniques and chemistry for Coatings & Composites resins, develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), personnel assessments and continuous improvement in safety performance. Work with Production Manager and production personnel with processing questions/issues for immediate concerns and long term education/training and corrective actions.
25%
Lead ISO efforts for compliance and continuous improvement, to include quality review, internal & external audits and reporting, with authority to initiate corrective and preventive actions based on plant performance. Lead efforts in complaint resolution with customers. Specific to reporting, Quality Notification resolution and tracking, quality metrics and tracking improvements.
20%
Cost Management – Drive optimal cycle times and support process improvement efforts. Lead rework management process. Manage a budget for lab supplies, control overtime in QC Lab, manage overage inventory and blocked stock to zero, and incorporate rework plans as part of this process.
20%
Support plant safety and housekeeping program.
10%
Knowledge and Skills: Specialized knowledge and skills needed to perform the job.
Coatings and Composite process chemistry knowledge, SPC, SQC, ISO practices and principles, Process Safety Management, and SAP. Skilled in communications, problem solving, prioritizing and leadership. Self motivated and good interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and train employees.
Education: Education, licenses, certifications or degrees needed to perform the job.
BS Chemistry; Chemical Engineering or equivalent related experience. At least 5 years’ related experience required.
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