Manufacturing Leadership Program (m/w/d)

Job Description

We are adding to our talent pool and recruiting for Game Changers that will be future leaders interested in the manufacturing environment to join the Grace Manufacturing Leadership Program (MLP).  Our program provides individuals with a three-year experience that is focused on developing high-potential employees for possible leadership positions within Grace’s global manufacturing organization. During the program, there are 3 rotations designed to provide a range of manufacturing experience while strengthening leadership skills. Assignments include time in Grace’s manufacturing sites such as Worms or Dueren, Stenungsund (Sweden) or Tarragona (Spain).  Program participants are partnered with a senior-level mentor who will follow their progress throughout the program while providing guidance and support.    

Throughout the program, employees learn about the many aspects of our business, receive leadership, supply chain, finance, and Six Sigma training, and develop a professional network for sharing ideas and best practices around manufacturing excellence.

In the Manufacturing Leadership Program participants will have the opportunity for job rotations through multiple disciplines including: 

• Process Engineering - Lead a manufacturing process improvement project (f.i. improve digitalization, automation, processing KPI’s, etc.)
• Project Engineering – Participate in the management of a capital project 
• Productivity– Lead a six-sigma supply chain/operations project
• Environmental, Health & Safety - Lead project work associated with EHS corporate and plant initiatives

Responsibilities

Physical Requirements and Environment

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in an engineering discipline is required, preferably Chemical
• Prior meaningful work assignments e.g. as intern or extracurricular activities, success in the classroom
• Must relocate during the program for 6-12 months,
• Open-minded, curious personality with strong communication and networking skills
• Excellent German and English language skills

Preferred Qualifications

Benefits

Other Compensation