ChampionX needs a Production Manager which will plan, direct, coordinate and oversee the production activities at the Sugar Land, Texas plant ensuring development and implementation of efficient production and cost-effective systems to meet current and future needs of the plant.

What's in it For You:

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

• Thrive in a company that values sustainability, drives a safety-focused culture and has been recognized as one of the most ethical companies in the world
• Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, and more!

What You will Do:

• Establishes, implements, and communicates the strategic direction of the organization's operations division.
• Collaborates with Plant Manager to develop and meet company goals while supplying expertise and guidance on operations projects and systems.
• Collaborates with other divisions and departments to carry out the organization's goals and objectives.
• Identifies, recommends, and implements new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and use of resources and materials.
• Ensures that departmental decisions and project plans such as those for staffing, development, organization, production efficiency and facilities are in line with the organization's business plan and vision, including its financial goals.
• Establishes, communicates, and implements operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent support and execution.
• Reviews and approves cost-control reports, cost estimates, and staffing requirements for projects.
• Establishes and administers the department's budget.
• Presents periodic performance reports and metrics to the plant manager and other leadership.
• Maintains knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in operations management.
• Identifies training needs and ensures proper training is developed and provided.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field with a minimum of 5 years applicable experience working in production, manufacturing, operations and/or engineering within a plant environment along with a minimum of 3 years of direct leadership/management experience.
• Demonstrated capability to solve complex problems with little to no supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team using appropriate problem-solving tools
• Experience identifying and analyzing production process improvements for rate and quality
• Experience using SQL to navigate large datasets to create and monitor key performance metrics
• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments in a fast-paced production environment
• Experience monitoring, tracking and continually improving the total cost of unit production
• Hands on leadership experience, exceptional communication skills, and a strong passion for advancing manufacturing process efficiency
• Concern for people as evidenced by a passion for safety, people development, motivation, and engagement
• All candidates must have the ability to speak, read and write English

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor/Master degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Chemical Manufacturing Plant
• Ability to effectively manage projects through all stages
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• Demonstrated process improvement experience
• Batch operations experience
• Ability to interpret and generate mechanical flow diagrams, process flow diagrams, electrical diagrams, and instrument diagrams.
• Knowledge of PSM, EPA, TCEQ and DOT regulations
• Ability to lead and participate in cross-functional team
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Experience in oil field chemicals production
• Experience with Microsoft Office and SAP
• Must be able to work independently with minimal work direction
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

About ChampionX
ChampionX is a global leader in providing chemistry programs and services, drilling technology, artificial lift solutions, and automation technologies for the upstream and midstream oil and gas industry. Our world-class safety culture fuels our purpose to improve lives through our commitment to deliver sustainable operations.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

AtChampionX, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every employee can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of employees and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.