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Shift Supervisor

About INEOS Styrolution

 
INEOS Styrolution is the world’s leading styrenics supplier, with a high-performing portfolio of styrene monomer, polystyrene, ABS and advanced styrenic products. With more than 90 years of innovation in materials science, INEOS Styrolution is focused on customer satisfaction with differentiated solutions that provide a competitive edge as well as investments in technology that enable closed loop recyclability for styrenics while reducing our carbon emissions. INEOS Styrolution applications can be found in many everyday products across multiple industries: including automotive, electronics, household, construction, healthcare, packaging, and toys/sports. Operating 17 production sites in nine countries, the company is a wholly owned subsidiary of INEOS Group Limited and employs approximately 3,000 people. Sales were 4.5 billion euros in 2023. More information: www.ineos-styrolution.com

We Have Great Chemistry


We believe diversity is perceiving difference; inclusion is valuing it. Without inclusion, we cannot unlock the value that diversity has to offer. Everyone has a seat at our company table. Our employees bring their unique selves to work daily, have a sense of belonging, and contribute to our core values. We have an inclusive approach, which is open and transparent. We respect and value diversity and believe in equality of opportunity. We do this by valuing and respecting cultural differences and welcoming diversity of thought and perspectives from all our employees.
 
The Position:  

The shift supervisors are responsible for overseeing daily operation of the unit.  They should coordinate communication between engineering, management and operations on unit rates, equipment status, and inventory through daily meetings, reports, and unit readings. 

What you will do: 

  • Directly responsible for the direction of 6 operators including performance management, scheduling, training and development and daily coaching.  
  • Ensure the shift runs in a safe, environmentally responsible and efficient manner focused on meeting Business Team objectives.
  • Supervise daily operators assigned to unit: Shift supervisors should manage operations personnel through shift schedules, OT call out, absentee reporting (sick leave, vacation, funeral, etc.), discipline, and payroll (verify and enter exception time) following guidelines in the Union Contract and company policy.  
  • Develop and communicate team performance expectations and ensure standards are met or exceeded via feedback, annual reviews and metrics.  Coach and mentor entire operating team, individual team members or others to continuously improve Operations, developing a consistent, high-level of performance at the Texas City plant.  Identify and facilitate conflict resolution.  Proactively identify and resolve Operator Team concerns.
  • Daily inspection of units: Shift supervisors should be involved in daily inspection of the operating unit to help ensure proper housekeeping, help detect unwanted process or mechanical changes, and ensure desired progression of unit maintenance.  A key focus of these inspections will be to ensure tasks are being completed safely and in an environmentally compliant manner.
  • Daily status meeting / weekly safety meetings: Shift supervisor will use daily status meeting to allow operations to discuss requested process changes and any safety issues they may encounter.  They will also use these status meetings to help maintenance prioritize needed changes to the daily work schedule.
  • Weekly safety meetings allow all unit personnel to discuss safety, operations, maintenance, and engineering issues or concerns.
  • Start up, Shutdown, and TAR Planning and Execution: Knowledge of the unit and process makes the Shift Supervisor a strong candidate to help plan S/U, S/D and TAR in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Their knowledge of the unit and operators on the unit allows the Shift Supervisor to be able to determine which jobs and personnel need to be grouped together.  


What you will bring: 
  

  • Minimun of a HS Diploma or GED 
  • A minimum of 5 years in plant operations, process troubleshooting skills and people management training or experience
  • Demonstrated Leadership competency is preferred
  • People Development
  • Training
  • Performance Management
  • Conflict Resolution

Technical skills:

  • Microsoft Office, PI Process Book, LIMS, etc.
  • Plant operational troubleshooting

Competencies, Behavioral skills: 

  • Demonstrated commitment to continual learning for both self and others
  • Excellent knowledge of life-critical procedures with ability to provide leadership in the Responsible Care area.
  • Ability to work 12 hour rotating shifts, including week-ends and holidays.
  • Ability to quickly make sound decisions and possess robust trouble-shooting skills
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Ability to create and maintain an atmosphere of trust and open communication
  • Actively perform key role in Texas City’s efforts to achieve and maintain high performance across all departments.
     

 
The Location: 

  • This opportunity is located onsite in: Texas City, TX 
     

What We Offer You

  • A safe and drug-free work environment
  • Career development, job progression, and tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible work environment, paid vacation, and sick time
  • A comprehensive health benefits package with low premiums to support employee wellbeing
  • Retirement savings with company match plus contributions
  • Above-market compensation including performance-related pay and bonuses
  • Fitness reimbursement to encourage employees to stay healthy and active

We Have Great Chemistry


We believe diversity is perceiving difference; inclusion is valuing it. Without inclusion, we cannot unlock the value that diversity has to offer. Everyone has a seat at our company table. Our employees bring their unique selves to work daily, have a sense of belonging, and contribute to our core values. We have an inclusive approach, which is open and transparent. We respect and value diversity and believe in equality of opportunity. We do this by valuing and respecting cultural differences and welcoming diversity of thought and perspectives from all our employees.

We are excited to hear from you and share more about our organization.

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