Production Supervisor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering and 3+ years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, or a high school diploma and 8+ years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of hazardous chemical handling.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to follow direction, lead teams, and communicate across multiple departments.
• Ability to perform physical activities including climbing stairs, prolonged walking, and bending as needed.
• Ability to recognize safety hazards and coach employees in safe work practices.
• Ability to remain clean-shaven for respirator use.
• Willingness to join the emergency response team and participate in Incident Command training.

Nice To Haves

• Deep understanding of and experience with chemical manufacturing process equipment, including reactors, distillation columns, and automation.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, SAP, Distributed Control Systems/PLCs (DeltaV), and Data Historians.

Responsibilities

• Lead production activities for the assigned shift, providing technical guidance during commissioning and routine operations, resolving process issues, and developing operator capabilities.
• Assist with commissioning and startup of the new plant, including hiring process operators, implementing commissioning plans, participating in or leading trainings, documenting safe work practices, and helping establish work rhythms.
• Foster employee growth through training, coaching, and succession development.
• Become a certified permit writer and support daily shift permits, including Safe Work, Hot Work, and Line Break permits for high-hazard materials.
• Troubleshoot process, equipment operability, and quality issues; identify root causes and propose solutions.
• Monitor team performance and provide coaching and corrective action when needed.
• Support operator training, new equipment startup, and team development.
• Promote and reinforce a strong Safety-First Culture across operations.
• Make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Participate in EHS programs, site audits, safety committees, job safety analyses, and other site safety programs.
• Create process orders and maintenance work orders in SAP.
• Conduct routine rounds and actively participate in shift turnover.
• Operate the plant to meet productivity and quality targets while following safety procedures and applicable regulations.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and be willing to join the emergency response team and complete Incident Command training.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Discretionary bonuses