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Date:  Mar 28, 2025
Location:  Adrian
Company:  Wacker Chemical Corporation
 
Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.
 
To strengthen our team in Adrian,
we are looking for you as a(n) Productivity Manager.

 

Responsible for the development and implementation of productivity projects to reduce costs and improve business profitability. Leads projects as well as coaches other project leaders on the implementation of operational improvements. Tracks, updates, and monitors projects and operational KPIs.

 

Position Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the development and implementation of productivity projects to reduce costs and improve business profitability.
  • Projects are sourced from all groups within the ADR site and from the ideasN2action operator productivity suggestion program, which the Productivity Manger leads.
  • Regularly communicates with operators in production departments to align on productivity suggestions.
  • Maintains the Productivity project boards in the various production departments across the site.
  • Facilitates the development of 5S initiative across the site.
  • Leads Six Sigma activities, including trainings and coaching of certification candidates.
  • Implements digitalization efforts across the site (e.g. Parsable, Tableau, SharePoint, BISS).
  • Leads WOS target setting and tracks value contribution of the production units throughout the year.
  • Maintains project database in effort to drive continuous improvement of operating efficiencies.
  • Advocates for and implements solutions to enhance sustainability efforts of the site.
  • Supports Productivity activities, including projects, trainings, and WOS at SILMIX sites in Ohio and California.

 

Position Qualifications

  • Bachelor's of Science in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or similar   
  • Six Sigma Green Belt Certification 
  • Minimum 3 years of related experience
  • Travel <15%
  • Black belt certification
  • 7 years of related experience preferred
  • Knowledge of silicone chemistry, corresponding chemical engineering and production methods background
  • Experience and knowledge of ERP system principles and tools (MS Office, SharePoint, SAP R/3 and B.O.)
  
What do we offer?
 
WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions. 
 
WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.
 
  • Compensation and Incentive plans
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
  • Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellbeing fund
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Career development and advancement opportunities
  • Support for Community Involvement
 
We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 28705 
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The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).
WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.


Nearest Major Market: Adrian
Nearest Secondary Market: Ann Arbor

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