MANUFACTURING COORDINATOR

Concept: MANUFACTURING COORDINATOR

Ashland Inc.
Deer Park, TX

Manufacturing Coordinator
Job #9297933

Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH), a FORTUNE 500, diversified chemical company provides innovative products, services and solutions to customers around the globe. Ashland has sales and operations in the United States and in more than 100 countries worldwide. Our operations include four wholly owned divisions: Ashland Performance Materials, Ashland Distribution, Valvoline and Ashland Water Technologies. We've come a long way since we started in 1924 as a regional petroleum refiner. We're a growing, dynamic company with a vision that gives us a strong sense of who we are and an unyielding commitment to how we practice business.

*FORTUNE 500 is a registered trademark of Time Inc.

This position will be responsible for coordinating all production related activities at this critical location. The position will interface with local staff, suppliers, and the corporate supply chain planning team to establish the optimal utilization of this facility to meet customer demand. The candidate needs to have the intellectual capability and leadership potential to advance to higher levels at this or another one of Valvoline's global supply chain locations within 1-2 years. Potential career paths include advancement in several aspects of the Valvoline (or Ashland) supply chain such as plant management, supply chain planning, purchasing, engineering, etc. This important position will report to the Plant Manager at the second largest Valvoline plant in the world, our Houston, Texas facility.

To qualify, you will need the following:

Bachelor of Science - prefer degree in a supply chain, operations or engineering discipline.
APICS members preferred / CPIM certification a plus
2 years related work experience - prefer (but not required) supply chain experience in a consumer goods organization
Experience and understanding of supply chain best practices
Must be detailed oriented and able to multitask in a fast paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills needed
Experience using ERP (SAP preferred), MRP and advanced planning tools a plus *Ability to relocate for promotional opportunities required.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

In return, we offer our associates a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization.

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