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The Downstream Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the Biolys, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and Utilities plants. This role is accountable for production, quality, safety, regulatory compliance, employee development, budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The position works closely with cross-functional teams to optimize plant performance, maintain equipment reliability, and ensure products are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage daily operations for the Biolys, Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and Utilities plants.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards, including OSHA requirements.
- Oversee production performance, product quality, scheduling, and cost management.
- Lead process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Coordinate maintenance activities and support capital improvement projects.
- Develop department budgets and manage operating expenses.
- Hire, train, coach, and develop operations personnel.
- Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, Fermentation, and other site teams to support plant operations and achieve production goals.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related science field.
- 5–10 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience driving operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations, engineering processes, and safety and environmental regulations.
- Experience leading teams, managing budgets, and supporting capital projects.
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.
Your Application
To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html.
Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.
Your Talent Acquisition Manager:
Caitlin Brennan [C]Company is
Evonik CorporationSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Biotechnology, or related science
- 5-10 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
- Experience driving operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives
- Knowledge of manufacturing operations, engineering processes, and safety and environmental regulations (including OSHA)
- Experience leading teams, managing budgets, and supporting capital projects
- Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities
Evonik Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Evonik and has not been reviewed or approved by Evonik.
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Healthcare Strength — The U.S. package consistently includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, supported by HSA/FSA and an Employee Assistance Program. Benefits information highlights robust health coverage alongside base pay.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) and references to legacy pension and retiree medical for eligible groups, indicating depth beyond a basic plan. Company materials and postings emphasize retirement support as part of a comprehensive package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, paid holidays, and parental leave are listed across recent U.S. postings. These time‑off programs appear as core elements of the package.
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What We Do
Evonik is one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies. While we don’t produce electric cars, aircraft, medications or 3D printers, Evonik is part and parcel of these and many other end products. That’s because we contribute the small things that make a big difference. We make electric car batteries perform better, aircraft greener, medications more effective and 3D printers more efficient. In short: We think beyond the bounds of chemistry to make the world a better place. Today and tomorrow. We are an international group with a workforce of over 32,000 people spread across more than one hundred locations. Our daily work is shaped by global concerns, such as sustainability, diversity and digitalization. In all our business decisions, we take the present and future generations into consideration. After all, being ready for tomorrow is our business. Interested in joining our global team? Our wide range of opportunities extends from creative and innovative research through international management all the way to production. Whether you’re studying, starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, come help us make the world a better place. For more information about careers at Evonik, go to: www.careers.evonik.com. #HumanChemistry Find our netiquette on: www.evonik.com/netiquette
