Technical Manager

Company: Experis
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: January 15, 2022

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES Leads department resources to provide technical services that ensure long-term competitiveness of the site.Develops annual capital budget and 5-year capital plan for the plant and owns management of the Capital portfolio for the site.Oversees efficient and effective design and execution effort for plant capital and expense projects, meeting both schedule and cost targets.Enhances operational performance improvements via monitoring of key process parameters and initiating process adjustments and/or equipment changes.Supports manufacturing world-class excellence by staying current on technology and industry practices. Seeks out new methods and technology to improve the way we work.Provides accurate and cost-effective analytical services to the plant.Ensures department utilization, implementation and compliance with all local policies and procedures as well as Global standards and best practices.Ensures all Technical Department personnel are adequately trained and competent to meet or exceed Methanex standards.Works very closely and collaboratively with the Operations, Maintenance and Responsible Care Departments to address plant EHS and operational issues.Provides ongoing support in water treatment technical issues for the Operations Team through interaction with the Global Experts.Visible in the plant and Control Room as an integral part of operations at the site and as an example for all Technical Team members.Supports and contributes to the mission, vision and core principles of Methanex Leadership.Conducts personal and company affairs in an ethical, professional and trustworthy manner.Ensures that the performance management system is competently and fairly applied to all department members.Leads a performance culture via continuous performance feedback, employee training and development, and succession and retention planning.Actively participates on the Site Management Team providing input and support to initiatives and policies established by SMT.Strong people leadership in coaching and mentoring employees as requested/needed with direct reports and other team members.Contributes to the organizational vision of Global Leadership and as a team member demonstrates the core values of integrity, trust, respect and professionalism.Promotes and supports the one team culture with Technical dept and other groups.Conducts all business in a manner which supports the Responsible Care-- - ethic.Leads by example the Responsible Care-- - ethic in personal and professional daily life.Manages department reporting of hazards, near misses and incidents along with actions associated with the KMI incident management system.Ensures compliance with OSHA, PSM, Responsible Care-- - and ISO requirements.Manages the appropriate process safety systems to ensure compliance to OSHA and PSM regulations, e.g., MOC, PHA, PSI.Institutes appropriate engineering standards, specifications and processes that comply with Methanex policies and procedures and regulatory requirements.Enhances Responsible Care-- - performance improvements via process improvements, employee training and engineering projects.Supports Global engineering, technology and project initiatives.Acts as a member of the Global Technical Team and potentially other global teams as requested.Works collaboratively with the Operations and Maintenance Departments to continuously improve plant competitive position in the industry.Promotes a culture of diversity and inclusion by continuously identifying opportunities through people selection, team activities and day to day team behaviors.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Degree in Engineering required; Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical/Instrument/Control system discipline preferred and/or equivalent related experience/combined education.Experience in engineering/technical services.Management experience in the manufacturing industry.In-depth knowledge of Methanex standards, policies and procedures.Working experience in Project Management or having PMP Designation will be an asset.

Keywords: Experis, Baton Rouge , Technical Manager, IT / Software / Systems , Baton Rouge, Louisiana