Shift Leader (Manufacturing Shift Supervisor) in Louisville, Kentucky at Zeochem LLC

Zeochem is seeking a Shift Leader (Manufacturing Supervisor) for dayshift production, working 6pm-6am. The ideal candidate should have:

• Minimum of 3-5 years supervisory experience in a process industry, chemical manufacturing preferred
  
• Availability to work 12 hour shifts
• Team oriented approach to support operations group

Summary

The Shift Leader position is a hands-on, first line supervisory position for the 6am-6pm dayshift. The Shift Leader assists the manufacturing team with operational and administrative functions that facilitate company production and quality objectives. In addition, the Shift Leader acts as a production operator to cover employee absences and/or increased production demands.

This is an hourly, first line supervisory position with competitive wages and benefits. Pay will vary based on experience.

Zeochem has a full range of benefits. Employees will be eligible to participate in all of these benefits, subject to the appropriate waiting and vesting periods. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance benefits, as well as a generous 401(K) plan with company matching funds. Disability and life insurance benefits are paid for by Zeochem. Employees earn vacation and sick leave, as well as holiday pay for select holidays. Zeochem offers contributions to employee Health Savings Accounts, gym reimbursement/wellness plan, and company paid for EAP program.

Direct Reports

Primary Areas of Responsibility

• Ensuring safe environment in chemical manufacturing plant
• Organizing and monitoring workflows for production
• Supervising daily employee relations and performance

Additional Responsibilities

• Communicates and enforces company policies, safety regulations, and best practice methods
• Coordinate and monitor the activities of 6 – 8 Chemical Operators
• Assist the manufacturing team with operational and administrative functions
• Interprets specifications, procedures, and product orders to manufacturing employees
• Establishes or adjusts selected work procedures to meet production schedules
• Inspects products to verify conformance to specifications
• Analyzes work problems and assists workers in resolving work problems
• Support company initiatives including 5S and Continuous Improvement (CIP)
• Operates chemical manufacturing equipment and cover for absences as needed
• Work with the Maintenance Department in equipment troubleshooting and repair; set priorities for maintenance work orders

Qualifications

• Degree from a 2 year college or technical school is preferred
• Minimum 3-5 years supervisory experience in a process industry, chemical industry preferred
• Full understanding of industry safety standards
• Equipment and process troubleshooting skills a must
• Must be PC literate with excellent communication skills
• Experience in improvement programs a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to walk up stairs and or steps.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, caustic chemicals, extreme heat, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud depending on work location. Ambient temperatures for external temperatures.

TRAVEL

No significant travel is anticipated.