Production

Solvay is a science company whose technologies bring benefits to many aspects of daily life. Our purpose-we bond people, ideas and elements to reinvent progress-is a call to go beyond, to reinvent future forms of progress and create sustainable shared value for all through the power of science. In a world facing an ever-growing population and quest for resources, we aim to be the driving force triggering the next breakthroughs to enable humanity to advance while protecting the planet we all share.
We bond with customers and partners to address today and tomorrow's megatrends. As a global leader in Materials, Chemicals and Solutions, Solvay brings advancements in planes, cars, batteries, smart and medical devices, water and air treatment, to solve critical industrial, social and environmental challenges. You can count on our innovative solutions to contribute to safer, cleaner and more sustainable future.
RESIDENT CONTRACTOR SPECIALIST JOB DESCRIPTION

• Lead risk assessments and safety interactions with resident contractors to assure that they are compliant with all safety and health requirements. Provide clear direction and feedback on safety activities surrounding resident contractors and their interactions with other Solvay employees and service providers.
• Guide and direct the activities of resident contractors, including but not limited to Rail Car Maintenance, Rail Car Switching, Rail Car Inspection, Vac Truck scheduling and cleaning, and other resident contractor activities as determined.
• Provide input and direction to the annual Track Maintenance activities.
• Schedule services of resident contractors to meet the need of all affected groups (Production, Product Handling, Back Office, etc).
• Facilitate clear and effective communication between the Back Office, Product Handling, and Rail Maintenance and Switching groups. Ensure that the needs of Solvay groups are met by resident contractors within the scope of their contract.
• Help contractors achieve goals for car dwell, cost, and switching, as directed by Logistics; address and correct shortfalls as they arise.
• Generate work requests to assist in the planning and organizing of maintenance activities in the outlying areas of the plant; act as an advocate for resident contractors with maintenance activities to ensure that their needs are met.
• Assure compliance with all environmental regulations and limits.
• Attend maintenance, production, and performance review meetings which pertain to their activities and represent the needs of the impacted groups. Take a major role in planning and executing shutdowns.
• Conduct regular area inspections noting safety and housekeeping issues. Report findings

to the Contractor Supervisor so items can be addressed, and provide feedback to Solvay management as needed to address ongoing issues.

• Maintain and periodically update railyard inventory.

SKILLS REQUIRED TO PERFORM JOB

• The ability to determine, acquire, and utilize resources efficiently is critical.
• The ability to identify and define required outputs from existing and new systems and processes
• This position requires a broad and diversified knowledge of contract administration.
• Must possess computer and organizational skills.
• Must have good communication and people skills to direct projects and training.
• Must be able to lift, pull/push and carry equipment, tools and other objects weighing up to fifty pounds.
• Must be able to work in dusty, hot, and/or noisy environments and in adverse weather conditions with appropriate available personal protection, which at times is mandatory. This includes, but is not limited to, dust, extreme heat, extreme cold (below zero) high moisture and other extreme conditions.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

EDUCATION, SPECIAL TRAINING, OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED IN PERFORMING JOB

• High school diploma or GED required. Advanced educational certifications or technical qualifications are a plus.
• Knowledge in software programs such as Word, SAP and DCS systems are preferred.
• Must possess safety knowledge of processes in an industrial environment
• Proven Safety Leader that possess the ability to intervene such that others understand

what it means to work safely.

• Willingness to correct poor behavior so that performance issues are dealt with early so

that expectations are understood and followed.

• Experience with rail and transportation systems is a plus
• Experience with vac trucks and cleaning is a plus.
• Experience in logistics or supply chain activities is a plus.

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Solvay's purpose is to bond people, ideas and elements to reinvent progress. We can only fulfill this purpose with a diverse workforce that feels respected and appreciated, and has equal opportunities to work, grow and thrive. Our differences, visible or not, are valued. As Solvay seeks to promote unity and not uniformity, we invite you - regardless of background, age, gender, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity - to consider a future with us.