Senior Commissioning Supervisor (Temporary)

AlignHR Oregon•New Martinsville, WV

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About The Position

Join a global leader in advanced materials and safe fine chemicals as our client launces their newest plant in West Virginia! They are a global Petrochemical, Fine Chemical, and Food Ingredients manufacturer. They are completing a $200M greenfield facility, the first of three planned phases, and are seeking a Senior Commissioning Supervisor. The Temporary Senior Commissioning Supervisor will lead late‑stage commissioning and start-up activities. If you have experience in start-ups, solid technical expertise in safety, operations, mechanical, and chemical and strong leadership experience this may be the role for you. Although this is a “temporary” role, they look forward to transitioning a strong technical performer to a regular position. Retention Bonuses $4000 at 6 months and 1 year Compensation & Benefits $108K annual compensation Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, and 7 paid holidays. What You’ll Do Lead and execute commissioning, start‑up, shutdown, and troubleshooting activities. Oversee operators/technicians, coordinating daily assignments towards commissioning objectives. Develop work instructions, SOPs, and operating parameters based on plant conditions. Ensure compliance with safety programs (LOTO, confined spaces, hazardous line breaks) and all state/federal HSE regulations. Maintain high technical engagement with boilers, turbines, electrical systems, and other plant equipment. Drive commissioning progress to meet time‑bound milestones. Uphold quality standards and ensure adherence to operational procedures. What You Bring AA in Chemical Engineering preferred; High School Diploma required 15+ years (AA) or 20+ years (HS) in petrochemical operations progressive experience culminating in shift foreman/plant operator role Strong experience in plant start‑up, commissioning, and technical troubleshooting Deep knowledge of chemical processes, equipment, and engineering standards Proven leadership with direct supervisory experience (not just team lead roles) Excellent communication and ability to motivate and guide teams Strong understanding of safety and environmental compliance Schedule 12‑hour shifts This is more than a temp job—it’s a launchpad. Help us build something big, and we’ll reward your impact.

Requirements

AA in Chemical Engineering preferred; High School Diploma required
15+ years (AA) or 20+ years (HS) in petrochemical operations progressive experience culminating in shift foreman/plant operator role
Strong experience in plant start‑up, commissioning, and technical troubleshooting
Deep knowledge of chemical processes, equipment, and engineering standards
Proven leadership with direct supervisory experience (not just team lead roles)
Excellent communication and ability to motivate and guide teams
Strong understanding of safety and environmental compliance

Nice To Haves

AA in Chemical Engineering preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and execute commissioning, start‑up, shutdown, and troubleshooting activities.
Oversee operators/technicians, coordinating daily assignments towards commissioning objectives.
Develop work instructions, SOPs, and operating parameters based on plant conditions.
Ensure compliance with safety programs (LOTO, confined spaces, hazardous line breaks) and all state/federal HSE regulations.
Maintain high technical engagement with boilers, turbines, electrical systems, and other plant equipment.
Drive commissioning progress to meet time‑bound milestones.
Uphold quality standards and ensure adherence to operational procedures.