Specialty Process Team Manager

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®.  ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane.

OVERVIEW

The Specialty Process Team manager is responsible to provide necessary technical support and leadership, to directing, facilitating, and coordinating the performance, development, and improvement of the overall operation. This position has the responsibility of establishing/maintaining a capable, continuously improving, high-quality workforce with a focus on improving plant equipment reliability, quality, process, and efficiency.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directs sugar refining operations on designated shift.
• Directs teams of specialized employees ensuring good manufacturing practices, GMP and safe operating procedures.
• Achieves standard production volume, quality standards, and regulatory compliance through the supervision of hourly personnel on rotating shifts.
• 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.  Ensures that cost objectives are met.
• 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.
• Actively participates in continuous improvement process.
• Identifies and coordinates non-routine maintenance activities.

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 union and salary employees.

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. 

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