Overview
This position works 12-hour shifts or 8-hour shifts that rotate shift(s) (day and night or 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts) on a regular rotation including weekends and holidays.
The Shift Supervisor is responsible and accountable for the safe, environmentally compliant, and efficient operation of the facility by Operating Personnel assigned to his/her team. This position works a rotating shift schedule that rotates between day and night shift(s) on a regular rotation.
Responsibilities
1. Directs shift operating personnel in assigned area to meet operating needs. Coordinate operations within area of responsibility and with operations in other areas of the facility.
2. Provide shift vacation, and other assigned relief coverage.
3. Communicate with shift personnel to assure effective two-way communication occurs between management and employees.
4. Implement all Elementis safety management controls, programs, and policies. Enforces safety and housekeeping standards for area to maintain plant standards.
5. Ensure subordinate’s activities follow all Federal, State and Local laws, regulations, and environmental operating permits (OSHA, EPA, EEO, NPDES, etc).
6. Plan and implement operational training of peers and subordinates.
7. Assure all regulatory and refresher training (for shift employees) is completed according to published plans and schedules.
8. Responsible for completing review/sign-off of employee training programs.
9. Coordinates annual reviews of assigned procedures/policies, including operating manuals, ensuring appropriate accuracy, etc.
10. Participate in the Site HSE Committee and all other HSE programs.
11. Responsible for area operations during off-hours. Advises all parties, superiors, peers, and subordinates, on all changes or situations that influence safety, the environment, or production.
12. Promotes performance to all employees. Specifies to the operator acceptable work habits and if substandard, retrains, corrects, or instigates disciplinary action.
13. Motivates all employees to perform above standard work by recognizing and rewarding above standard performance and safety habits and informing superiors with a letter of praise if appropriate.
14. Maintains qualifications and participates in shift emergencies. Performs emergency first aid, CPR, fire protection and HAZMAT response. Counsel’s direct reports or peers where qualified or recommends sources of help.
15. Must be an effective communicator regarding plant operational conditions.
16. Responsible for finding coverage for operators who will not be to work on their regular shift time due to sickness, accidents, family emergency, etc.
17. Responsible for maintenance of subordinate’s records (attendance, etc)
18. Responsible for approving and verifying timecards and assists Operations Manager with payroll functions.
19. Responsible for implementing disciplinary actions as defined by the Plant Rules, the Collective Bargaining Agreement, or other violations of plant or company policies.
20. Ensure completion of daily Title V inspections. Track and notify HSE department or any deviations during the inspection(s).
21. Leads and assists with troubleshooting issues including but not limited to HSE, downtime or output reduction events, quality failures, or Key Performance Indicator (KPI) deviations.
22. Authority to make decisions concerning manpower needs, equipment maintenance, and daily operational changes.
Qualifications
1. Drives Engagement / Influencing People: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
2. Ensures Accountability / Focusing on Performance: Holding oneself and others accountable for meeting commitments.
3. Action oriented / Taking Initiatives: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
4. Situational Adaptability / Being Flexible and Adaptable: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
5. Through understanding and adherence to safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.
6. Strong communication skills
7. Proficient user of computer equipment including Microsoft Products, ERP Software, and DCS systems.
8. Experience in a union environment
Position Requirements
1. Education: Associate degree or higher in chemical engineering, processing, technology, or other related field is preferred.
2. Experience: 3+ years supervisory experience in a specialty chemical plant.
3. Language Skills: Verbal and written fluency in English
4. Physical Requirements:
- Candidate will need to pass a Fit for duty examination and a respirator medical clearance examination and respirator fit test to wear a respirator for certain tasks, even able to wear a respirator during strenuous physical activity.
- Ability to meet the requirements of the hearing conservation program.
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, climb, and regularly kneel, squat, bend, and stoop, twist, and reach overhead with repetitive motions.
- Ability to lift and/or carry up to 55 pounds and no more than 100 pounds without assistance.
- Ability to carry chemical test sample containers weighting up to 20 pounds and walk up stairs to the lab or to another work platform.
Join our team as a Production Supervisor where you can make an impact by leading our production efforts towards success!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Prescription drug insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 4x12
- 5x8
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Extended hours
- Morning shift
- Nights as needed
- Night shift
- Rotating shift
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Ability to Commute:
- St. Louis, MO 63110 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- St. Louis, MO 63110: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
