
Safety and Quality Manager
Solenis · Fort Scott, KS
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Quality
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Posted
- 17 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management quality role at Solenis (chemicals) in Fort Scott, KS. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, ISO 9001, Internal audits, Packaging lines, SAP, MES
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How this role compares
Against 1045 other live quality postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $95k–$133k, from 428 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 70%
- FMEA 41%
- Supplier quality 39%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 37%
- Six Sigma 36%
- SPC 36%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Packaging lines, SAP, MES, EHS / safety, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Solenis in Fort Scott
1 other open role at this site.
- Maintenance and Reliability Engineer · Reliability
Full description from SolenisAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
are within the Quality Assurance Methods Function as a generalist or in a combination of Disciplines
Position summary
This position is responsible for execution and maintenance of the Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety Integrated Management System at the Fort Scott, KS Manufacturing Facility. The primary
responsibilities
of this role are to provide direction and leadership to manufacture consistent, high-quality cleaning products to ensure customer satisfaction, and to update and maintain the Environmental, Health and Safety Programs. The QEHS Manager is a key member of the Leadership Team at the Fort Scott Manufacturing Facility. This position reports to the Plant Manager.
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Responsibilities
- ◆Leadership for the Integrated Quality, Environmental, Health and Safety Management System.
- ◆Maintain ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications through diligent management and continuous audits of these programs.
- ◆Develop and administer site Training Program.
- ◆Partner with the Manufacturing, Engineering, and Maintenance to develop and implement all aspects of current and future QA processes.
- ◆Develop and execute site internal audit schedule.
- ◆Demonstrate compliance within EH&S regulatory programs
- ◆Deliver plant Quality KPIs through SOP adherence, training and continuous improvement.
- ◆Provide technical leadership for the Manufacturing Team by championing Root Cause Analysis for Safety Incidents and Quality Excursions.
- ◆Use data to evaluate factors and resolve problems of both a diverse and complex scope.
- ◆Ensure the Manufacturing Team is properly trained in all ISO
requirements
and provide guidance to meet the
requirements
and improvement opportunities.
- ✓Ensure the Quality Team is properly trained in all ISO requirements, laboratory techniques, safety programs, and regulatory and environmental procedures.
- ✓Define performance expectations and assign projects for Quality Lab Team to achieve Plant and individual goals. Lead and manage others effectively.
- ✓SAP Project and Program Champion for Quality and Manufacturing
- ✓Responsible for management of departmental budget. Work with Operations Manager to plan and achieve department budgetary goals.
Requirements
- ✓Bachelors Degree in Chemistry or related field
- ✓At least 3 years of related work experience in a manufacturing environment; chemical processing strongly preferred
- ✓At least 3-5 years of people leadership (lead, coordinator, or supervisor)
- ✓Proficient with SOPs, batch records, Microsoft Office and production systems (e.g., ERP/MES).
- ✓Strong technical understanding of chemical reactions, viscosities, temperature control, and raw material behavior
- ✓Strong knowledge of safe chemical handling, PPE, and LOTO; ability to read P&IDs, SDS, and technical instructions.
We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification . If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com
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Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.
Develops policies, procedures and methods to evaluate and improve the quality of products, materials, components and/or operations | Develops, assures and maintains the quality of products and processes, including standard procedures (e.g., ISO 9001:2000, ISO 14000 family of standards), quality audits/review, Taguchi methods, process reengineering, etc. |
Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE) Leadership
- •Leads a strong safety culture; model compliance with plant EHS policies, chemical handling procedures, PPE, LOTO, and emergency response protocols.
- •Ensures adherence to OSHA and applicable environmental regulations (e.g., EPA, RCRA, SPCC), and plant standards (e.g., SDS use, spill response, waste segregation, emissions logs).
- •Conducts safety talks, behavior‑based observations, near‑miss and incident reporting, and corrective action follow‑through.
- •Verifies safe operation of equipment (reactors, mixers, pumps, tanks, filling lines, conveyors) and safe line changeovers/cleanouts.
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