Production Manager

Company: Element Solutions Inc
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: March 14, 2025

Job Description:

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability, and sustainability in electronic materials.Who are we looking for?The successful candidate for the Production Manager position will provide work direction to process engineers, chemists, and operators to complete production as well as projects in support of process and product development. This role will facilitate the development and launch of brand-new chemistries to support MacDermid Alpha's high growth markets in the circuitry and semiconductors business. The Production Manager will also support scale-up of new products from Lab Scale to High Volume Manufacturing (HVM).What will you be doing?

• Oversee general production operations with a team of 2-6 Engineers, Chemists, Operators.
• Hold self to the highest safety standards and commit to building a solid safety culture in all laboratory and related activities.
• Conduct lab and pilot-scale experiments, define optimal conditions and make recommendations for batch-to-batch consistency.
• Collect and consolidate data during experiments and effectively communicate results with key internal stakeholders and customers.
• Conduct raw material and equipment evaluations and develop test specifications.
• Validate new trial product test specifications & methods, making recommendations for launching new products.
• Support the scaling of the production process from pilot to high volume manufacturing with activities including the development of robust manufacturing instructions, validation of full-scale batches, and training for manufacturing operators.
• Assist in the creation of a control plan and FMEA for intermediates and finished products.
• Support customer qualification of new products by providing final chemical samples and data packages.
• Provide product samples to both R&D and customers (both product and packaging).
• Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 standards.
• Maintain real-time records of chemical and product inventory through a chemical MRP system.
• Other duties as assigned.Who are You?
  • Candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline, with advanced degrees such as an M.S. or Ph.D. being highly desirable.
  • Experience managing a team of engineers, chemists and/or technicians.
  • 5-8 years in chemical synthesis, preferably in batch operation.
  • Experience in materials characterization and chemical analysis techniques (e.g., SEM, EDS, XRD, TGA, GDMS, titration, IC) is preferred.
  • Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to convey technical information effectively and concisely to engineering, sales, technicians, etc.We are Offering...
    • Opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan) and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).
    • Innovative work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
    • Perks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.
    • The typical base salary range for this position is anticipated to be between $102,318.00 and $153,477.00.Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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