Site and Production Leader

Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company – at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers – ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

The Site & Plant Leader of Tessenderlo is the asset owner of the PS production plant.You are accountable for operation in compliance with all applicable regulations and makes sure that performance goals regarding EH&S, quality, reliability, cost effectiveness and production volume are met. You will cooperate with the improvement team and the T&I team to implement strategic capital projects and new products. The PS products are successful in generating significant EBITDA for Trinseo. 

• Operate the plant in full compliance with all regulatory and internal Trinseo EH&S requirements; make sure the management system is fully implemented. Drives a strong personal safety, process safety, and environmental improvement plan to achieve EH&S goals and ensure compliance with regulatory and permit requirements.
• Deliver on performance goals, e.g. production volume, quality, reliability, cost effectiveness
• Drive continuous improvement to increase efficiency
• Support innovation and growth projects by execution of plant trials and new technology implementation, contribute to develop the business strategy
• Provide people leadership to the employees of the Tessenderlo site for maximum engagement through clear goal setting, effective communication, coaching and development of individuals and giving direction on organizational changes 
• Develops and sponsors Trinseo’s future leaders and mentors key talents on site. Owns, fosters and develops the promising talent pipeline on the site. Engages and develops high potentials in site projects.
• Promotes continuous improvement in employee engagement and satisfaction. 
• Shows courageous leadership by coaching, asking questions, and intervening when needed. Challenges status quo and past norms to make the operation safer and more effective. 
• Escalates issues appropriately to leadership through effective communications and formal compliance plan processes where required. Drives progress to meet the committed compliance date.
• Ensure effective collaboration and communication with all relevant stakeholders, e.g. peer leaders, quality team, T&I team, improvement team, project construction team, local & global support functions (EH&S, HR, finance, procurement), works council, external partners & service providers, senior management

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Chemical Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineer or other relevant engineering/science disciplines.
• 15+ years of manufacturing plant experience in the chemical industry
• Hazardous materials management
• Demonstrated experience in leading team for results. Strong team collaboration skills and advanced ability to lead and develop people
• Technically savvy – interested and fluent in engineering and technology applicable to the work environment.

• High level of safety awareness, ethics and integrity

• Ability to easily connect with people and build strong relationship

• Broad technical knowledge and analytical / problem solving skills

• Strong Communication skills (verbal, written, instructional etc.)
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Equity And Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.