Site Manager

At Quaker Houghton, we are experts in the development, production and application of chemical specialties, process fluids, lubricants, and coatings for the manufacturing industry. We have been an integral part in the growth of the world’s largest industrial companies and to this day our experience and expertise show in the actions and dedication of our Associates worldwide. Today, we have a global presence, with our corporate headquarters located in Conshohocken, PA. Quaker Houghton is a global publicly traded company with a unique collaborative culture that supports career growth for its associates and offers competitive compensation and benefit programs. About the Job As the Site Manager for IKV Tribologie, a Quaker Houghton grease manufacturing site, you will be responsible for overseeing all plant operations and supporting approximately 20 employees based onsite in Saint-Donat-sur-l’Herbasse. Your mission will be to lead the site with a strong focus on quality, safety, production efficiency, and continuous improvement. You will manage and guide site functions including Production, Supply Chain, and Quality Assurance. The role requires a strategic mindset and hands-on leadership to ensure smooth site operations, maintain high quality standards, and deliver performance aligned with EMEA business objectives. What’s in it for you? Bonus program. Annual paid volunteering leave to dedicate to the cause of your choice. Health and life Insurance options. QH University: Continuous training programs for all seniority levels. Attractive Wellbeing, Women Inclusion & other DEI and Sustainability initiatives. Collaborative and international work environment. What will you do? Lead and manage all day-to-day site operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. Supervise and support approx. 20 employees onsite, including two direct reports: the Production Manager and the Supply Chain Manager. Ensure compliance with all quality standards and customer-specific requirements. Act as the primary point of contact for site-level audits and customer visits. Develop, implement, and monitor quality action plans and drive resolution of non-conformance issues. Own and manage technical quality documentation and compliance systems. Use SAP/ERP and SQL tools to analyze operational and supply chain data for decision-making and performance tracking. Support and guide the broader team, including coaching on strategic planning and mid-to-long-term production improvements. Collaborate closely with the EMEA Supply Chain and Operations team to align with regional goals and continuous improvement programs. Proactively engage with internal and external stakeholders to maintain transparency and operational excellence. What do we look for? Hard Skills Proven experience in a site management role within manufacturing, preferably in production-heavy environments. Strong knowledge of quality assurance systems, audits, and regulatory requirements. Experience with any ERP system and basic SQL for data analysis and reporting. Background in both Production and Supply Chain, with stronger emphasis on Production preferred. Competence in managing and maintaining technical documentation and quality systems. Soft Skills Strategic thinker with the ability to guide long-term operational improvements. Strong leadership and people management skills. High emotional intelligence to manage conflict, influence stakeholders, and calm high-pressure situations. Excellent communication skills with fluency in both French and English. Ability to work autonomously and in a matrix organization. Education & Experience Degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, Supply Chain, or a related field. Proven experience in manufacturing, with demonstrated leadership in both Production and Supply Chain. Solid track record in Quality Management, plant audits, and operational leadership. Who are we? We are the global leader in industrial process fluids present in 40 countries continually improving and innovating so the world’s steel, aluminium, automotive, aircraft, machinery and industrial parts manufacturers can stay ahead in a changing world. Throughout our 100 locations, our chemists, engineers and industry experts partner with our customers to continually improve their operations so they can run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next. Our values: Live Safe Act with integrity Exceed Customer Expectations Drive Results Embrace Diversity Do Great Things Together Our core values embody who we are as a company, guide our decisions and inspire us. Our commitment to these values, in words and actions, builds a safer, stronger Quaker Houghton. They are the fundamental beliefs that guide our internal conduct and our relationship with the outside world.

Location: Saint-Donat-sur-l'Herbasse, FR

Posted Date: 6/17/2025