Who We Are:

Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics?  Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids.  

Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment.  This combination truly makes us a best place to work!

Purpose:

This position is responsible to drive overall productivity throughout manufacturing operations by leading and strengthening efficiencies with new and existing processes, driving cost savings programs, and developing a continuous improvement culture and mindset. This will be accomplished by developing tools, training, and tracking systems to ensure successful completion and sustainability of project deliverables. They are responsible for the efficiency and effectiveness of those tools and systems, including training/coaching/mentoring others in their use.

 Job Functions/Accountabilities: 

• Work directly with teams at all sites to identify and quantify opportunities for improvement, then put plans in place to execute upon projects.
• Drive and lead continuous improvement efforts and projects across operations
• Integrate and standardize productivity tools at all sites, including utilization of Six Sigma, LEAN, and 5S methodologies. Train key personnel as necessary to ensure a consistent and effective methodology throughout operations.
• Track and maintain consistency in reporting of operational excellence KPIs and cost metrics
• Responsible for developing a mechanism to track and ensure sustainability of declared benefits from projects at all sites.
• Lead brainstorming sessions at all sites to keep a full and robust pipeline of continuous improvement projects. Work with leaders at each site to agree upon deliverables toward project executing, timing, and ownership.
• Domestic travel required 5-10% 

Qualifications:

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelors in Engineering is required

 Experience:

• 5+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing required. 
• Chemical manufacturing experience preferred.

Special Qualifications:

• Six Sigma Black Belt highly desired 
• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent training willing to obtain Black Belt training and certification may be considered

Benefits:

Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program.  

Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.