Shift Team Leader
Croda · New Castle, DE · 1 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
About the role
The Shift Team Leader will be responsible for overseeing operations within the Ethylene Oxide production unit at Atlas Point. This role requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in a chemical or manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years of leadership experience in a production setting.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a shift team of operations and laboratory technicians to achieve safety, quality, and production targets
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with OSHA standards, site policies, and process safety requirements
- Maintain a continuous manufacturing environment through monitoring and optimizing unit performance, including throughput, efficiency, energy usage, and waste reduction
- Conduct safety observations, inspections, and audits to identify and correct gaps
- Investigate and document incidents, ensuring timely reporting and root cause analysis
- Troubleshoot operational, process, and equipment issues to maintain reliable production
- Ensure effective utilization of personnel, materials, and equipment
- Oversee safe work permitting processes and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years in a chemical or manufacturing environment (continuous processing preferred)
- At least 2 years of leadership experience in a production setting
- Knowledge of process operations, equipment, and environmental regulations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP and Aspen systems preferred
- Associate degree in a technical field required
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred
- Chemical Process Operator certification and/or HAZWOPER training is a plus
Benefits
At Croda, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package including:
- Generous PTO
- 401K Match
- Wellness Reimbursement
- Parental Leave
- Career Development
- Company paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
- Short and long term disability
- Paid Holidays