Sr. Director, Projects & Engineering

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MACDERMID ALPHA ELECTRONIC SOLUTIONS

Through the innovation of specialty chemicals and materials under our Alpha, Compugraphics, Electrolube, Kester, and MacDermid Enthone brands, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions provides solutions that power electronics interconnection. We serve all global regions and every step of device manufacturing within each segment of the electronics supply chain. The experts in our Semiconductor Solutions, Circuitry Solutions, and Assembly Solutions divisions collaborate in design, implementation, and technical service to ensure success for our partner clients. Our solutions enable our customers’ manufacture of extraordinary electronic devices at high productivity and reduced cycle time. MacDermid Alpha is a business unit of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI). Element Solutions Inc is a leading specialty chemicals company whose businesses supply a broad range of solutions that enhance the products people use every day.

SEMICONDUCTOR SOLUTIONS

As a global supplier to the semiconductor industry, we provide advanced copper interconnects, die attachment, wafer bump processes and photomask technologies to our customers for integrated circuit fabrication and semiconductor packaging.

Who are we looking for?

The purpose of this position is to lead the MAES Global Engineering Group to achieve global standardization of processes, minimum cost of operation, improve processes, develop new processes for new products, facilitate scale ups, technology and manage global projects to budget cost and schedule. In addition, to manage global facility builds outs and relocations as assigned.

What will you be doing?

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Group to achieve global goals for powder, flux, paste, chemicals, wire, preforms, polymers, TIMs and global projects within CI MOS framework. This includes tier meetings, monthly reports and regular meetings
• Coordinate global activities for all products and process developments and manufacturing methods utilizing standardized project plans
• Drive global cost reduction programs though the global coordinators and the individual manufacturing sites
• Drive global process improvements programs to reduce cost, improve quality and increase customer satisfaction
• Responsible for production/process scale up of new processes developed by R&D and then coordinate/manage the product/process qualification
• Manage and coordinate Tech Transfers Globally for all MAES products as assigned.
• Manage Global Engineering responsibility as it related to New Product Development of the preform business.  This includes oversight of a team of engineers devoted to the development effort following NPD stage gate process
• Coordinate and communicate best practice information to all global sites to achieve standardization.
• Work closely with the MAES BU Supply Chain leaders to support them in achieving their goals for production, expansions and capital requirements.
• Manage different global cultures and languages to ensure commonality of information.
• Support management and coordination of global sourcing locations for raw materials and powder.
• Interface with global marketing, global R&D, global operations, global finance, global HR, Global IT, regional sales, and local sites on a regular basis.
• Ensure framework to keep engineering team updated on new manufacturing methods to improve processes
• Actively engage team in the Divisional Continuous Improvement initiatives and drive continuous improvement projects as assigned.
• Train sites in new best practices and new processes when needed

Who are You?

To successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job the incumbent must possess a bachelor’s degree from four-year college or university in a technical field, at least 15 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Master’s degree a plus with 10 plus years of experience.

• Must abide by all Company policies/procedures, safety rules and governmental regulations.
• Must be able to travel periodically based on project load up to 50% of working time. 
• Demonstrated ability to design work processes to drive CI within MAES CI Culture MOS or similarly framework
• Demonstrated ability to coach and transition team to deliver projects to budget and schedule.
• Possesses well-developed communication, organizational and interpersonal skills. 
• Addresses inquiries and resolves problems by using appropriate resources/other departments to achieve results/answers.
• Present a professional attitude and handle confidential information according to non-disclosure guidelines.

What competencies will you need?

• Interviewing, hiring, training, directing, rewarding and disciplining, developing an ongoing performance plan and appraising the performance of all direct reports.
• Addressing employee inquiries, complaints and resolving problems by using appropriate resources/other departments to achieve results/answers.
• Lead, motivate and develop personnel
• High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to speak, read and write English. 
• Well-organized and detail oriented.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.   
• Demonstrated capacity to work with Microsoft Office Products, Lotus Notes, and other critical computer applications.

We are Offering...

As part of our team here, as well as receiving a competitive base salary, you will also participate in a generous performance related bonus plan.  In addition, you will also receive a 401k plan with company matching, Life Insurance, and Medical Insurance as well as 9 holidays. 

Innovative - At ESI, we are committed to solving the complex and evolving needs of our customers through innovation and high-quality standards. We are focused on bringing cutting edge and environmentally sustainable solutions to the market. Our people are the critical resource required to make that happen. We support your success by creating a strong, inclusive culture, competitive total rewards, and an appropriate work-life balance.  

Socially Responsible - We care about what you care about. We respect the individual differences that make up our unique expanding organization. We prioritize both sustainability and social impact in both our business operations and our local communities through our various ESI Cares initiatives and the ESI Foundation. There are many ways to get involved from employee network groups that support your interests and sense of belonging to paid volunteer days. 

Rewarding Performance - We are a performance driven culture where every individual has the opportunity to contribute through their actions and judgment. We strive to reward those who choose excellence through both recognition and compensation. Those who demonstrate good judgement, positive attitude, solid work ethics and ambitious objectives will see their responsibilities grow along with their compensation.

This role has a salary range of $197,262 - $295,894 DOE and Education. 

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state, and local laws.