Job Description

JOIN THE TEAM

We are the world's leading chemical company because we offer intelligent solutions for our customers and for a sustainable future. We link and develop people with diverse talents all over the world. For you, this means a variety of ways to advance. Not only your performance, but also your personality matter to us. At BASF, careers develop from opportunities.
BASFxe2x80x99s regional division EMEA Europe, Middle East, Emerging Europe and Africa. BASF operates in more than 50 countries in the region. For BASF the EMEA region is our most important market.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful incumbent will be responsible for planning, controlling, and managing production activities by optimizing resource utilization, fostering team development, ensuring consistent product quality, and maintaining compliance with regulations.

Duties will include the following:

• Collaborate with site manager to define production objectives, goals, and plans in alignment with site strategy and objectives
• Review operational plan progress, implement contingencies if needed, and ensure achievement of targets in collaboration with site manager
• Ensure compliance with BASF controls, policies, and regulations to uphold production standards for plant safety, worker safety, and environmental protection
• Work closely with the Quality Department to ensure successful implementation of recommended process improvements
• Recruit skilled staff to support team and site goals, provide ongoing support and development for team members, and maintain effective communication processes
• Ensure that production activities are planned according to agreed forecasts and customer orders
• Generate process orders for planned production and effectively manage the entire production process to meet targets for efficiency, product quality, cost parameters, fungi cultivation, and inoculant processing
• Continuously improve production processes and procedures to enhance safety measures and departmental efficiency
• Collaborate with the Engineering team to establish preventive and corrective maintenance programs that support efficient plant operations

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Operations Management or an equivalent field
• 5-8 years of management experience in a similar industry or operation
• Sound understanding and passion for OHS and/or Responsible Care topics
• Previous project management experience is highly desired
• Experience with ISO9001:2015 standards would be advantageous

ABOUT US

At BASF, the chemistry is right.

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.
Closing date for applications: 12 December 2023