Shift Supervisor I

Shift Supervisor

This position reports to the Production Manager and is responsible for the shift supervision of production employees and chemical processes in order to meet production requirements and utilize manpower and equipment in a safe, efficient manner.    
   

At Nouryon, our global team of Changemakers takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s needs – today and in the future.  
 
 

In your future role as a Shift Supervisor you will 

 
Responsible for the supervision of hourly production personnel to meet production requirements and to support business objectives.
Supervision and direct plant personnel to meet production and scheduling requirements. 
Ensure chemical processes are run safely and efficiently.
Assist in the training of new and existing production employees including procedures and work instructions. 
Provide technical support for new and existing processes.  Solve problems related to raw materials, equipment, and scheduling for assigned shift.   
Assist in updating of F&Ps for existing processes.
Initiate and assist in projects to improve yield, cycle time, first-time-right, asset utilization, and scrap generation.
Administrative duties including timecards, overtime scheduling/tracking, and vacation scheduling.
Participate on project, operational, and/or cross-functional teams as required.
Assist with efficient production scheduling, inventory control, and expense control. 
Assist with production related SAP duties including process orders, barcodes, and labelling.
Responsible for HSES activities within production department.
Responsible for safety training of production employees and adherence to appropriate codes and standards.
Participate in the activities and processes to drive HSES initiatives.
Participate in and support the site behavior based safety process (CACTUS) and Exposure Reduction Initiative (ERI) to eliminate injuries, promote safe behavior, reduce exposure, and manage risk.
Promote good housekeeping standards in plant.
Participate as needed in injury and incident investigations.
Assist in the compliance with HSES requirements, directives, procedures, and standards including Product Safety and Stewardship.
Work closely with HSES Manager to maintain environmental controls, Industrial Hygiene, and employee health.

 
We believe you bring

 
Degree in Chemistry or related field and/or relevant work experience in Chemical Processing manufacturing area/operations.
Minimum 1-3 years experience in Manufacturing/Operations or related field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Prior supervisory experience (preferably in a union environment) is a plus.
Commitment to health, safety, environment, security, and quality.
Experience with Behavior Based Safety processes a plus.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Working knowledge of PCs and software packages.

About Nouryon 

 
We’re looking for tomorrow’s Changemakers today. 
 
If you’re looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon’s worldwide team of Changemakers in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment. 
 
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