About this role
<p>Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.</p><p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>About the role </strong></span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Tainan site is a joint venture (JV) between Shinkong and Solvay (called Shinsol), operated by Solvay as part of Solvay's Global Business Unit (GBU) Peroxides. This GBU is a leading supplier of products based on hydrogen peroxide. </span></p> <p style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">The Tainan site produces electronic grade hydrogen peroxide. Electronic grade hydrogen peroxide is used in semiconductor manufacturing in Taiwan. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">As Plant Manager of Tainan site, you will work on leading all Health, Safety and Environmental activities, managing the production of hydrogen peroxide electronic grade, and setting and achieving KPI targets to support the overall operational excellence and strategic growth of the Tainan site. You will get the opportunity to contribute to improving the site's performance through new projects and implementing sustainability and digital roadmaps and have a positive impact on safety, manufacturing cost and quality. You will be accountable for: </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Operational Supervision: Oversee daily plant operations with focus on KPIs such as HSE, Quality, RFT, Yield, and Quantity. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Personnel Management: Lead, coach, and develop plant personnel to ensure high performance and engagement </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Reporting: Prepare and deliver comprehensive reports on site operations, performance metrics, and improvement initiatives. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Safety & Compliance: Implement and monitor HSE programs, ensuring compliance with local regulations and corporate standards </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Quality Assurance: Drive ISO 9001 system adherence, continuous improvement, and certification readiness. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Excellence & Efficiency: Execute Operational Excellence activities (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to improve productivity and reduce waste </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Technical Projects: Lead Capex projects, technical upgrades, and Management of Change (MOC) execution. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Budget & Cost Control: Manage site budgets, optimize resource allocation, and ensure cost-effective operations </span></li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison with corporate leadership, regulatory bodies, and external partners. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Emergency Preparedness: Ensure site readiness for emergency response, crisis management, and business continuity. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Sustainability: Promote environmental stewardship and energy efficiency initiatives aligned with corporate sustainability goals </span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We offer a permanent contract based on on-site working mode. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>About you </strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Master’s degree or above in Chemical Engineering with relevant industrial experience, and a strong leadership focus. Minimum 10 years in chemical plants with proven plant/site supervision experience. Proficiency in Mandarin and English (both written and spoken) is required. </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Competencies: </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="circle"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">HSE and Risk Management Expertise. Operational Leadership and Process Management. </span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="circle"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Technical Acumen (Peroxides Production). Strategic Planning & Execution. Industry Knowledge: Experience in Semiconductor/Electronics industry is a plus </span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="circle"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Quality Systems: Knowledge of ISO 9001; experience with certification audits is advantageous </span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Behaviors: </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="circle"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Safety-First Mindset. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Strong communication and coaching abilities; skilled in delivering clear instructions and building high-performing teams. Ability to influence organizational boundaries and foster collaboration with diverse stakeholders </span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="circle"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Proven capability in budget management, resource planning, and strategic site leadership. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Analytical & Strategic: Structured, results-oriented, and confident decision-maker with strong problem-solving skills </span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="list-style-type:none;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="circle"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Continuous Improvement: Lean Six Sigma and statistical data analysis skills are a plus. </span><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Flexibility: Proactive, adaptable, and resilient in resolving issues and managing change. People Development & Empowerment</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>About the pay </strong></span></p> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p> <ul> <li>Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li>Benefits: <ul> <li>Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.</li> <li>Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.</li> <li><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt;line-height:115%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"> </p><p>About us<br><br>Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.<br><br>We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.</p> <p><span style="color:white">#LI-SF1 #LI-Onsite #director</span></p>