Production Coordination (M/F/X)

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.

About the role

• Our Paulínia Silica team, composed of 56 people, is integrated in the Silica Business and focuses on the production and delivery of High Performance Silica products in collaboration with the Corporate and Global Business Unit teams.
• As a Production Coordinator, you will work to ensure that production schedules in the production unit are met under the best cost, quality and time conditions and in accordance with QHSE standards, regulations and customer requirements.  You will get the opportunity to manage and develop your own team, in order to implement changes and deploy corporate programs, leveraging the production unit’s performance on a mid-term basis.
• You will be accountable for:
  • QHSE Compliance
  • Timely Production according to schedules
  • Cost control (fixed and variable cost)
  • Team development & accountability
  • Sustainability and improvements of the production unit (improvement projects)
• We offer a permanent contract based on onsite working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in Chemical or Production Engineering.
• Relevant work experience (minimum 5 years) in the production or process areas, preferable in the chemical industry or related.
• Competencies:
  • Leadership to manage and motivate people, coaching and empowering them, guiding their career development.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in relation to equipment reliability and production site issues.
  • Knowledge of industry-standard manufacturing concepts, chemical unit operations, practices, and procedures.
  • The ability to elaborate action plans and lead projects in a successful and effective way, optimizing the use of available resources.
  • To pilot and improve KPI's to drive the production performance, using appropriate methods.
  • Fluency in English is mandatory. French is a plus.
  • Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, AVEVA PI-Vision or similar, SAP or similar.
• Behaviors
  • Committed to promoting health, safety, and environmental compliance throughout all operations.
  • A strong leader who inspires and motivates the team, fostering a culture of mutual respect and continuous learning.
  • Results-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong communication skills for collaborating with different stakeholders.

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the Brazil base pay reasonably expected for this role is R$ 196.000,00 to R$ 245.000,00, (Annual Base Salary with Periculosidade and 13º already included) your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: Solvay Solidarity Fund to support employees through hardship, 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.
• 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 in 24 languages.

About us

• 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. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. 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.

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