CA Production Shift Supervisor

About the role

Production Shift Supervisor responsible for safely directing and coordinating the activities of Process Shift Technicians in a chemical manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Safely supervise, direct, and coordinate the activities of the Process Shift Technicians.
• Manage execution of routine equipment, safety inspections, and operation of the unit.
• Maintain an adequate supply of materials and manage inventory inspections.
• Develop, implement, and conduct employee training programs related to equipment operations.
• Review and document changes in operating procedures.
• Train shift personnel on changes in procedures and work instructions.
• Assist in plant shutdown, start-up, and turnaround planning and related activities.
• Document and investigate violations of company policy, standard operating procedures, and work practices and take appropriate corrective action.
• Comply with all Safety Procedures.
• Ensure maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with Shintech policies and procedures.
• Indicate necessary actions when equipment mechanical problems arise.
• Improve work efficiency by working with the warehouse to improve material deliveries and material stock.
• Manage and support all emergent and urgent work within their area of responsibility.
• Evaluate, mentor, develop, coach, and provide feedback (positive or developmental) to the technicians as necessary.
• Assist with overtime management to reduce overtime percentages.
• Improve communication between Maintenance and other departments (Operations, Engineering, Safety, etc.) in their area of responsibility.
• Work directly with the Electrical, Instrument, Analyzer, and Mechanical Supervisors regarding the scheduling of work tasks.
• Adhere to and promote company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in manufacturing or related military experience.
• An accredited associate’s degree in Chemical Process or Chemical Technology or Chemical Process Certificate is required in lieu of experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Completed certification in all Chlor-Alkali operator jobs.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of Chlor-Alkali (CA) operations experience.
• Step-up supervisor experience.
• Prior supervising experience.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office Tools.
• Background in scheduling and planning.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to push, pull, bend, and perform long periods of standing and walking on cement foundations.
• Occasionally required to stoop and kneel.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to coordinate the movement of eyes, hands, feet, and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
• Required to be medically certified for respirator and medically fit for duty.
• Use of PPE required in specific areas.

Schedule

Available to work 12-hour rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Work Environment

• Chemical manufacturing facility.
• Professional office environment.
• Diverse / Multi-cultural workforce.