Operations Supervisor (Chemical Engineer)

Blaine Corporation; Carmona; On-site; PHP 3,065,604 - 4,291,845; Full time

Job summary

Blaine Corporation is seeking an Operations Supervisor (Chemical Engineer) in Carmona, Cavite. The role involves overseeing daily plant operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and 3-5 years of experience in a relevant field. Key responsibilities include supervising production activities, applying chemical engineering principles, and leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Licensed Chemical Engineer with a relevant degree.
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing or chemical processing.
• Strong understanding of plant operations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production activities to meet targets.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Collaborate with teams for process efficiency improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Chemical Engineering

Process Optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Process Simulation Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Operations Supervisor (Chemical Engineer)

Employment Type: Full-time

The Operations Supervisor (Chemical Engineer) is responsible for overseeing daily plant operations to ensure efficiency, safety, quality, and compliance with industry regulations. Leveraging chemical engineering knowledge, the role ensures the optimization of processes, troubleshooting of technical issues, and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives in production.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily production activities to meet quality and output targets.
• Monitor plant processes and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.
• Apply chemical engineering principles to optimize manufacturing processes and resolve technical issues.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and R&D teams to improve product quality and process efficiency.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate production staff, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Analyze production data and prepare performance reports for management review.
• Lead root-cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions for operational deviations.
• Assist in the commissioning, calibration, and validation of process equipment.
• Manage inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods in coordination with Supply Chain.
• Promote continuous improvement culture through lean manufacturing or Six Sigma practices.
• Ensure compliance with government and industry regulations (e.g., DENR, OSHA, FDA, etc.).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering; must be a licensed Chemical Engineer.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or chemical processing environment.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong understanding of chemical plant operations, safety practices, and quality systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with process simulation tools and ERP systems is a plus.