2nd Shift Production Supervisor

Synsus, LLC.•Sylacauga, AL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced 2nd Shift Production Supervisor to lead our chemical operator team. This full-time role involves overseeing batching operations, ensuring safety and compliance, maintaining quality assurance, and optimizing production processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in chemical manufacturing or fertilizer production, with proven leadership and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

Proven experience in a supervisory role in a multi-shift manufacturing environment.
Minimum of 5 years' manufacturing experience preferably within a chemical manufacturing environment.
In-depth knowledge of chemical blending processes, equipment, and safety protocols.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with relevant regulatory requirements and quality control standards.
Ability to troubleshoot operational issues and implement corrective actions.

Nice To Haves

Chemical Manufacturing or fertilizer production experience strongly desired.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of chemical operators, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
Foster a positive and safety-conscious work environment.
Coordinate and oversee the accurate batching of chemicals according to specified formulations and production schedules.
Monitor and adjust equipment settings to optimize blending efficiency.
Ensure adherence to quality control standards throughout the batching process.
Enforce and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all relevant safety regulations and company policies.
Conduct regular safety meetings and training sessions for the team.
Collaborate with the EHS department to implement and improve safety procedures.
Implement and maintain quality control measures to guarantee the production of high-quality fertilizer products.
Conduct regular checks and inspections to verify the accuracy of chemical formulations and batch records.
Collaborate with the maintenance team to schedule and perform regular equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
Address equipment malfunctions promptly and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime.
Work closely with materials management to ensure an adequate and accurate inventory of raw materials.
Supervise accurate accounting of raw material usage and products produced to ensure high inventory accuracy.
Monitor material usage and report discrepancies to prevent shortages or overages.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and increase efficiency in the batching operations.
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to implement enhancements.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of batch formulations, production logs, and equipment maintenance activities.
Generate reports as needed for production and quality control analysis.
Effectively communicate with other departments, such as production, quality control, and logistics, to ensure seamless operations.
Report any issues or deviations from standards to the Production Manager or relevant authorities.
Perform all other duties assigned.