PAP Shift Production Supervisor

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Job Description Summary

The Shift Production Supervisor is responsible for supervising PAP Chemical Operators while directing the manufacturing operation in the PAP plant. The Shift Supervisor is responsible for documentation for accurate record keeping and troubleshooting.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Directs the Chemical Operators to achieve goals as directed by the PAP Plant Manager.
• Strictly enforces expectations as it pertains to personal protective equipment requirements for all activities performed in the PAP Plant by Chemical Operators, Maintenance Personnel, Contractors, etc.
• Writes Safe Work Permits and performs Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO). This includes Hot Work permits and Confined Space Entry Permits.
• Oversees the work of Chemical Operators and ensures all work is performed in accordance with company policy and procedure especially safety and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures Chemical Operators, Maintenance Personnel, and Contractors keep PAP Plant clean, neat, and ordered.
• Coordinates training and conducts performance appraisals of Chemical Operators.
• Manages work schedule for Chemical Operators to ensure proper staffing and safe operations
• Maintains complete and accurate production records, reviews and approves operating reports, time reports, incidents reports (EHS Suites entries), attendance reports, and personnel documents.
• Manages PAP manufacturing operation.
• Oversees troubleshooting and monitors the manufacturing process.
• Manages process problems and coordinates necessary equipment repairs with Maintenance Planner.
• Serves as an emergency brigade leader for the Plant site in the event of an emergency. 
• Must be able to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as full-face respirator, hard hats, safety glasses, ear plugs, goggles, boots, steel–toe shoes, gloves, chemical-resistant smocks and suits, and other personal protective equipment deemed necessary by EHS, leadership team, corporate, or safety guidelines.

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC/NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

• Communicates current plant status to oncoming shift to ensure smooth transition
• Escalates high impact events to PAP Plant Manager in a timely manner
• Maintains good personnel relations and discipline to help maintain high employee morale in a non-union workforce.
• Implements programs for continual development and training of Chemical Operators through formal programs and personal involvement.
• Serves as a Subject Matter Expert.
• Ensures that Chemical Operators are equipped with the necessary and proper tools to perform their work. 
• Finalizes lot production through label accounting and recording
• Reports production variations as well as shift overall performance to the PAP Plant Manager.  Provides Process Engineers with accurate information about process status.
• Must occasionally physically assist the Chemical Operators in problem situations.  These activities require moderate levels of physical stress such as climbing stairs and ladders, inspecting equipment and wearing safety equipment.

• May serves as a member of various employee involvement teams and committees, such as Lean/Six Sigma, Hazmat and/or Cost Savings, to improve the workplace, increase efficiency, and improve productivity.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Associate or Technical degree preferred.

Experience:

10-15 years experience in a chemical manufacturing environment. 

5 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Must have a thorough understanding of chemical plant equipment and its proper operation. 

Requires knowledge of company policies and a tactful approach to implementation.  Familiarity with federal and local regulations is fundamental with regards to labor relations, plant emission control and hazardous waste handling. 

Requires a conceptual view of support groups and their interaction with plant personnel.

Must possess a working knowledge of principles of supervision.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

Other Skills/Competencies:

Must be able to effectively communicate in both verbal and written formats.

Must be able to multi-task.

Sound decision making skills. 

Must be able to perform basic math.

Strong computer skills (MS Office and E-mail).

Action Oriented, Informing, Problem Solving, Team Approach

Learning on the Fly, Conflict Management, and Documentation

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS/ SCOPE:

• Directly responsible for supervising Chemical Operators.  This supervision entails all aspects of plant functions as performed by the Operators, most of which is fairly standardized.  Has direct control over Operator’s work load and job location in plant.  Reviews performance and trains Chemical Operators in technical aspects of plant operation and monitors their performance.
• Job performance is reviewed by the PAP Plant Manager to ensure implementation of Company policies in attaining goals.  Works closely with Process Engineers to ensure optimum plant productivity.  Successful completion of duties has a direct impact on the level of plant efficiency. 
• Advises the PAP Plant Manager and Process Engineers on current process status, as well as being instrumental in making recommendations for optimization of equipment operation and personnel utilization. 
• Internal contacts are made on a daily basis with first line management in areas such as: Maintenance, EHS, and Quality Assurance.  Although external contact is uncommon, occasional interaction with corporate support groups or outside contractors is necessary to coordinate work being done in the plant.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The plant’s open-air construction exposes operators to the normal year-round outside climate.  Some relief from the elements is available in the control rooms and break area.
• Injuries could result from spills or leaks or corrosive, flammable, and toxic material, all which are normally handled in the plant.
• Must handle average to heavy weight materials by hand.  Material handling devices (e.g., hand truck, fork truck, and conveyors) are used, when possible, but use of proper lifting and movement techniques is necessary to prevent injury.
• Must be able to physically negotiate stairs and evacuation ladders, to wear and operate safety equipment, enter vessels, inspect equipment, drive forklifts.
• Must be able to work rotating 12 hours/day shift and occasional overtime as needed.
• May be required to wear a full-face respirator contingent upon required job duties.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

EEO Statement:

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.