Site manager
we at yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change. We are currently looking for a site manager in manzanillo, colima, méxico.
about the unit
yara is a norwegian company, world leader in the production and marketing of nitrogenous fertilizers and industrial applications. Our mission is to responsibly feed the world and protect the planet. We have been present in latin america since 1965 and have a global presence with more than 17,000 employees and sales in 160 countries.
responsibilities
* planning and coordinating the production processes of the site/terminal, based on an efficient management of resources, optimization of the capacity and ensuring quality standards to comply with production levels set out in planning and address of the company.
* responsible for budget control of the site and proper management of resources, aiming to optimize operations and reduce costs per ton.
* management and supervision of all areas of the plant, warehouse management (production, maintenance, inventory and quality control).
* optimize the storage and bagging capacity of the site accurately to fulfil the requirements of the business plan defined by the commercial area (direct product and physical mixtures).
* maintain inventory accuracy and good storage practices.
* inform your staff in charge, strategies and objectives defined by the company.
* maintain maximum utilisation of resources to comply with bp kpi’s & provisions of crc.
* lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives in the frame of lean, yara operations standards and performance indicators.
* liaise with planning department to meet market demand on time and at lowest logistic costs.
* guarantee smooth operations in ports and optimum day‑to‑day operations on site.
* guarantee maintenance and good asset care strategy procedures, fulfilling bp kpi’s.
* management and control of contractors and partners involved in site operations.
* participate in risk assessment and process safety evaluations.
* ensure that any and all modifications, improvements or changes are fully considered within the context of change management – all such activities to be carried out according to the protocols set out within local project and change management procedures.
* assist the execution of prioritised capex projects to ensure continuity of operation within yara standards in the site.
* owner of the performance management programme (follow‑up of kpis and adherence of cyclical meetings in the site).
* manage and constantly develop a crew of coordinators and supervisors.
* work closely with stakeholders such as procurement, hesq, planning, logistics, controlling and commercial area.
* constantly update and improve standards in accordance with the continuous improvement mindset.
* ensure compliance with ethics and hesq policies on site operations, and promote a yara value‑living culture.
* ensure that all safety‑related incidents, accidents, environmental breaches or near‑misses are reported immediately and that details are accurately recorded.
* ensure that yara’s golden rules and safety management principles for ysm sites are fully understood, communicated and adhered to.
* know and comply with the policy, safety principles, guidelines and hesq standards established by the company, based on the safe by choice philosophy, as well as the applicable legal requirements and other requirements defined in the matrix of hesq responsibilities, associated with the position/role.
* sla agreements compliance applicable to operations.
profile
professional in engineering career, with a specialization in logistics, manufacture, production management or related areas.
bilingual.
* experience with lean/six sigma/continuous improvement methodologies
* experience leading operative and administrative staff
* experience in maintenance for facilities & industrial equipment.
* sap knowledge intermediate level as minimum.
* knowledge & experience as internal auditor in iso 9000 nom’s.
* knowledge of yppm
* intermediate accounting
* spirit of collaboration and curiosity
work experience
* 5–7 years of management experience in an industrial environment with demonstrated capacity & ability to implement continuous improvement systems and programs efficiently.
* standardising and implementing processes and procedures in operational activities.
* relevant experience managing operations with financial results analysis.
* fullfill indicators, managing human & material resources efficiently.
* generation and analysis of executive reports.
* knowledge of yara’s tools.
* advanced knowledge of office software.
additional information
yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do.
as part of the recruitment process, we may conduct reference and background checks when deemed necessary for the nature of the job, and candidates will be informed by hr before any background checks are initiated.
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