Operation Supervisor

FMC Corporation • Middleport, NY

1d • $92,000 - $105,000

About The Position

FMC Corporation is a global leader in agricultural sciences, driven by our purpose: Innovation for Agriculture. Solutions for the Planet. We are passionate about the power of science to solve agriculture’s biggest challenges. With one of the most productive and diversified pipelines in the industry, FMC is delivering cutting-edge and next-generation crop protection technologies – including Dodhylex™ active, Isoflex™ active, rimisoxafen, and fluindapyr – to help farmers increase the productivity and resilience of their land. Our employees are at the heart of this innovation. We’re looking for bold thinkers and collaborative doers. At FMC, your ideas matter. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that drives progress in agriculture, supported by a culture that values integrity, safety, respect, and results. Join us in advancing the future of agriculture. Together, we’re building a more resilient planet – one innovation at a time. FMC Corporation is a leading specialty company focused on agricultural technologies. FMC provides innovative and cost-effective solutions to enhance crop yield and quality by controlling a broad spectrum of insects, weeds and disease, as well as in non-agricultural markets for pest control. FMC is a globally diverse organization that offers its employees exciting opportunities to work on challenging projects that are important to the achievement of our strategic objectives. Your education and professional experience are valued and put to use from day one. Your success at completing key initiatives can result in a varied, progressive and fulfilling career with FMC. With a corporate culture of innovation, integrity, responsibility and customer intimacy, we foster “The Right Chemistry” in everything we do. We are looking for people to join us in creating, developing, and improving our products, our processes, and our markets. If you are ready to make a difference every day, FMC is ready to talk to you. Business/Function Overview: The Production Supervisor is accountable for ensuring safe, consistent, reliable shift operations by providing leadership, managing process and personal safety, environmental compliance, meeting product quality specifications and achieving plant performance objectives. This position will report into the Operations Manager.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of operations experience in a chemical manufacturing or BS degree in a related field with a minimum of 2 years of experience in chemical manufacturing.
• Must have demonstrated experience working in a team environment as well as good communication skills.
• Must be able to work the night shift (9:30 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.); initial training will take place on first shift.
• Must be able to rotate schedules as needed within a 5:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. window.
• Periodic weekend coverage may be required (1 or 2 times per month).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience is highly preferred.
• Experience in a union environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure 100% compliance of EHS requirements including PPE use, incident reporting, safe completion of life critical activities within department, process safety, food safety and quality standards
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of the production department
• Execute production schedule and production orders effectively to meet customer requirements
• Responsible for shift staffing, movement of operators between shifts, scheduling vacations, and filling planned outages. Monitors shift overtime.
• Support department goal achievement and production cost management
• Drive continual improvements in work systems, processes and people development through daily and weekly goals, assigning and managing remedial actions for all adverse performance
• Collaborate with others to troubleshoot and resolve production and maintenance issues
• Prioritize maintenance needs
• Provide shift reporting, including logging of daily production totals into computer systems
• Assist with and lead changes through management of change process
• Develop or revise working practices and procedures to ensure compliance with standards

Benefits

• FMC employees enjoy competitive compensation, a menu of work/life benefits and opportunities to continue developing their skills and building their career.
• FMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status.
• FMC supports a drug-free workplace.
• FMC is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Employment decisions at FMC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We value diversity and strive to ensure that our hiring and employment practices support a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level