Plant Production Leader, Benzoates & Safety

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lanxess americasKalama (WA)

Industrial Production Managers Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing

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About the role

LANXESS Kalama is seeking an experienced Operations Leader to manage the Benzoates plant on site. You will steer daily production, supervise operators, and enforce safety, quality, and efficiency targets to sustain reliable output. The role requires a mechanical or chemical engineering background, 5–10 years in manufacturing, and familiarity with process safety and SAP. Collaboration with Maintenance and Process Engineering is essential for continuous improvement.

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