Process Team Manager

ASR Group is the world's largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company's brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino, C&H, Redpath, Tate & Lyle, Lyle's and Sidul.

OVERVIEW

Under the direction of the Process Team Manager, assures the efficient and economical refining of raw sugar and the production of white, soft confectioners and liquid sugars according to established quality standards. Directly supervises all activities in the refinery and also supervises any onsite Process Supervisors and hourly employees.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Process Team Manager:

• Directs the entire refining process from receipt of dry raw sugar through melting clarification, decolorization, filtration, crystallization and drying and directs the production of finished products in liquid form.
• Supervises directly all process activities.
• Assures that specified quality standards are met at all stages of the process. Modifies the process within established limits to meet this objective at least cost.
• Sets priorities on shift and meets shift objectives.
• Controls the use of energy (fuel and steam), water, air, and electric power in an ongoing effort to reduce refining costs. Controls the use of refining aids, such as bone char, polymer, etc. Ensures that cost objectives are met.
• Ultimately responsible for the system of house control locks and for prevention of sugar losses to waste or to the Bay through this system.
• Develops supervisory and operating personnel to ensure optimum use of labor force assigned to each shift. Evaluates the performance of subordinates.
• Handles employee and labor relations problems on shift within limits of the contract, delegated authority and established guidelines.
• Coordinates all plant operations on swing and night shifts (in cooperation with the Shift Superintendent - Packaging). Handles contacts with the government agencies and local residents on night shifts.
• Observes process operations and recommends improvements.
• Responsible for training and safety of assigned personnel and for housekeeping, sanitation and equipment maintenance in assigned areas. Ensures that GMP standards are maintained. Ability to work overtime, rotating shifts and weekends on a regular basis.
• Have a high regard and ownership for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Ability to perform tasks wearing required PPE such as protective clothing, safety glasses/goggles, steel-toed boots, etc.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a unionized environment.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• The successful candidate must be able to achieve results through subordinates in an organized labor environment.
• 3-5 years industrial supervision experience is required.
• The applicant must be able to manage a liquid process system utilizing his or her basic knowledge of fluid systems, general chemistry, and
• mathematics.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• Supervises both unionand salaryemployees.

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
• Quantifiable leadership skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and lead employees in a team based environment.
• Computer literacy is required (MS Office, SAP, etc.).
• Ability to work effectively with subordinates, peers and supervision.
• Have a high regard and ownership for personal safety and the safety of others.

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Baltimore, MD

SALARY PAY RANGE:

$96,000 - $178,000 plus bonus

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's qualifications and prior experience.

Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following 30 days of employment, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, vacation, holiday and sick time.

Location:

• Baltimore, MD

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age,nationalorigin, disability, veteranstatusorany other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.