2nd Shift Chemical Production Supervisor

Pave Talent; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pave Talent is hiring on behalf of our client, an established specialty chemical manufacturer serving electronics and semiconductor industries. This role leads 2nd shift, supervising chemical operators and technicians in batch synthesis and specialty paste production.

We seek hands-on leaders who prioritize safety, own the shift, and keep batches moving while maintaining thorough records. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in chemical manufacturing and a safety-first mindset, with availability for

Qualifications

• 5+ years in chemical manufacturing or related production environment.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience.
• Safety-first mindset while working around industrial chemicals.
• Available for 2nd shift, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM.
• High school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor's in chemistry, chemical engineering, or business.
• Experience with batch synthesis and/or specialty paste or compounding operations.
• Experience monitoring production on a Distributed Control System (DCS).

Responsibilities

• Lead the 2nd shift as primary contact, assigning daily work and coaching technicians.
• Enforce safety requirements, lead safety meetings, and act as emergency responder.
• Monitor production via DCS, track workflow and equipment performance.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues, coordinate with maintenance and lab staff.
• Work hands-on on synthesis and paste production to keep batches moving.
• Maintain batch records and shift logs to ensure clear cross-shift communication.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Problem-solving

Safety-minded

Leading from the floor

Effective communicator

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/business

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/business

Tools

DCS monitoring

Job description

Pave Talent is hiring on behalf of our client, an established specialty chemical manufacturer serving electronics and semiconductor industries. This role leads 2nd shift, supervising chemical operators and technicians in batch synthesis and specialty paste production.

We seek hands-on leaders who prioritize safety, own the shift, and keep batches moving while maintaining thorough records. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in chemical manufacturing and a safety-first mindset, with availability for