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Pilot Plant Manager Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Plant Administrative Assistant

Warsaw, IN

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

Support Plant Management with administrative tasks * Support issue resolution for administrative ... Support the development and introduction of processes associated with early pilot administrative ...

Plant Administrative Assistant

Warsaw, IN · On-site

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

Support Plant Management with administrative tasks * Support issue resolution for administrative ... Support the development and introduction of processes associated with early pilot administrative ...

Manager, Management Consultancy

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

In addition, the Manager will: * With guidance from project and technical leaders, interface with ... Pilot plant design and operation for Reverse Osmosis systems * Familiarity with relevant EPA ...

Manager, Management Consultancy

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$110 - $170/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

WSP is currently initiating a search for a Manager, Management Consultancy for our Indianapolis, IN ... Pilot plant design and operation for Reverse Osmosis systems Familiarity with relevant EPA ...

Manager, Management Consultancy

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

In addition, the Manager will: * With guidance from project and technical leaders, interface with ... Pilot plant design and operation for Reverse Osmosis systems * Familiarity with relevant EPA ...

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Pilot Plant Manager information

What is a pilot plant manager?

A pilot plant manager oversees the operation of small-scale industrial facilities used to test and develop new processes or products. They coordinate equipment, ensure safety protocols, and analyze data to support scale-up to full production, often requiring technical knowledge in engineering or chemistry and strong management skills.

What is the difference between Pilot Plant Manager vs Process Engineer?

AspectPilot Plant ManagerProcess Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering; often requires experience in plant operationsBachelor's or master's in chemical, process, or mechanical engineering; focus on design and optimization
Work EnvironmentOversees pilot plant operations, manages staff, ensures safety and efficiencyDesigns processes, analyzes data, improves manufacturing methods
Industry UsageCommonly employed in chemical, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing industriesUsed across similar industries for process development and optimization

The Pilot Plant Manager focuses on overseeing pilot plant operations, managing staff, and ensuring safety, while the Process Engineer concentrates on designing and optimizing manufacturing processes. Both roles require engineering credentials and are integral to process development in manufacturing industries.

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PRODUCTION MANAGER

SSW Advanced Technologies

Vincennes, IN • On-site

$110K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New


Job description

SSW Advanced Technologies, LLC is a growing multinational supplier to the global appliance OEMs. With more than 70 years of expertise and innovation, we design and sell components and systems to the residential appliance industry (refrigeration, cooking, laundry), commercial refrigeration, HVAC, retail display and home/office organizational markets. More information is available on our website https://www.sswtechnologies.com/

Job Summary:

The Onsite Production Manager will plan, direct, or coordinate the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Ensures continuous improvement maintenance of production equipment.
  2. Special inspections are performed in case of machine faults to locate causes of failure.
  3. Schedule the execution of repairs by to internal or external bodies.
  4. Informs self and management team about new technological developments.
  5. Submits proposals to improve manufacturing machining.
  6. Executes and examines the testing of new pilot facilities/equipment and new manufacturing methods.
  7. Decides on the implementation of new methods as well as the use and purchase of new production machining.
  8. Leads, promotes, and motivates the employees within his/her area of responsibility (including performance appraisal and goal setting agreement, successor and representative planning, personnel development, and training measures).
  9. Ensures adherence to and monitoring of legal laws and internal regulations concerning EHS in his/her organizational unit and is occasionally involved in the development of new concepts and directives in close cooperation with the EHS site advisor.
  10. Ensures implementation of the concepts in his/her area of responsibility and takes care of the corresponding instruction and training of his/her employees.
  11. Designs processes according to the principle of Lean Manufacturing and ensures that these are executed and observed in the organizational unit.
  12. Makes sure that the manufacturing environment fully understands the idea behind Lean Manufacturing and registers employees for training courses and/or activities aimed at refreshing skills.
  13. Ensures that plant standards are applied in Lean Manufacturing when new personnel are hired and with transfers.
  14. Registers employees for mandatory training courses and offers additional dedicated training measures, if necessary.
  15. Informs himself or herself of the current training offerings on a regular basis.
  16. Participating in advanced training courses keeps aware of new developments in Lean Manufacturing.
  17. Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Supervised or Directed:

Reports to Plant Manager.

Qualifications, Experience requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent on-the-job experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of management experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, with a focus on fabrication, production, maintenance, or logistics.
  • Experience in lean manufacturing principles and practices, with optional training in Six Sigma.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite for data analysis, communication, and reporting.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and mentor supervisors and team leads for continuous improvement.
  • Basic understanding of Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) regulations and practices.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to drive results, manage resources effectively, and foster a collaborative work environment.

General Requirements:

  • Detailed and hands-on oriented.

Working Conditions:

  • Office and manufacturing plant environment
  • Physical ability, which may include standing, lifting, carrying, reaching, and working in areas that are not climate controlled for long periods.
  • Frequently indoors.
  • Occasionally exposed to fumes and loud noises.

Equipment Use:

  • Computer
  • Telephone
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Commitment to Core Values:

  • Honesty
  • Integrity
  • Caring for People
  • Customer Focus
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Improvement