Production Superintendent-Chemical/ Manufacturing

Syensqo • Pasadena, TX

50d • $115,000 - $130,700 • Onsite

About The Position

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to co We are looking for: Production Superintendent: Coordinate the daily activities of the Production Department, ensuring production operations are carried out following all established procedures, in a safe and efficient manner, in conformance to plant quality standards. Also, assist in setting priorities and adherence to schedule.

Requirements

• This position requires an engineering degree with 5+ years industrial experience including team leadership and group management experience in a chemical facility.
• Additional educational background may be substituted in place of experience.
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and ability to complete all tasks required of the Production Technician job responsibilities.
• Possess basic troubleshooting abilities to properly identify causes of production equipment and process upsets.
• Basic PC skills required for electronic communications, CMMS maintenance work orders, incident/accident reporting, and data retrieval (SDS).
• Ability to coach, council, and motivate subordinates in a constructive manner.
• Ability to efficiently and accurately communicate with peers, subordinates, and superiors in a constructive manner.
• Ability to effectively train subordinates and peers in all aspects of the Production Technician job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all production activities to ensure procedures are followed, re-directing as necessary
• Complete and communicate incident reports for all incidents/accidents/near misses that occur on shift
• Enforce plant housekeeping standards
• Authorize all safety permits as required
• Act as incident commander in times of emergency until management arrives (Actual role Emergency Operations Officer)
• Coordinate necessary resources as required to safe and efficient operations
• Verify payroll punches are correct for each shift
• Arrange vacation, overtime, and fire watch for each shift
• Coordinate all group training
• Ensure all paperwork and records are complete and accurate
• Ensure empty containers are properly handled, labeled and stored
• Communicate and coordinate maintenance activities to meet production needs
• Communicate/coordinate plant operations with production scheduling and Lab technicians
• Develop, update, and communicate the daily operating plan
• Review procedure updates/MOCs/communication bulletins with the shift
• Forward feedback to and from the shift as necessary
• Notify Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager, and Material Manager of production and maintenance issues or delays
• Review with Maintenance Manager any related project, process, and maintenance costs to the overall benefit of the company.
• Provide the leadership to move from a reactionary repair mode to one that performs work in an orderly and proactive manner, assisting with work notification approval and scheduling
• Assists maintenance department to sustain and improve maintenance management and PM systems while moving the production department toward operator lead basic maintenance PM and monitoring activities
• Represent Syensqo, through daily actions that reinforce the plant and corporate values, demonstrating personal commitment to a safe, healthy, and environmentally sound workplace for employees.
• Administer all safety policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all Productions activities.
• Participate in required active learner activities, weekly 5S inspections, monthly departmental safety self-inspections, eyewash/shower inspections, PPE inspections, monthly respirator inspections, vehicle inspections, personal care, and warehouse inspections.
• Authorize and audit line breaking permits, confined space permits, and special safety permits as required.
• Participating in the Plant Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) program
• Complete reports for all incidents, accidents, and near misses that occur
• Respond as needed to plant and customer emergencies
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly safety meetings as required
• Complete contractor and vendor orientation as needed
• Follow all site safety rules and procedures including Syensqo Life Savings Rules.
• Act as Incident Commander in emergency situations
• Conduct periodic inspections to assure compliance with existing process safety rules and procedures and to assess the effectiveness and need for other risk reduction activities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $115,000- $130,700 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.
• Training platform for all employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees