Chemical Plant Operations Supervisor

Pencco, Inc; Vernon (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pencco, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to support the Plant Manager in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant chemical manufacturing operations. You will assist with safety training, inventories, maintenance, and rail coordination while stepping in for the PM when needed.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, effective communication, and hands-on supervision of plant staff, safety programs, and day-to-day process improvements in a challenging industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Understanding of chemical processes and lab testing procedures.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Skilled in employee training and development.
• Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to wear PPE and work in safety standards.
• Experience operating heavy machinery (forklifts, excavators, loaders, bobcats).
• Capable of lifting 50lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Assist PM with safety, inventory, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Monitor equipment maintenance programs and monthly vehicle inspections.
• Coordinate rail operations and oversee PPE usage and safety training.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and performance coaching as needed.
• Communicate operational needs to management and assist with incident investigations.

Skills

Leadership/Team management

Chemical process understanding

Verbal & written communication

Employee training & development

Organizational & follow-up

PPE awareness & safety compliance

Heavy machinery operation

Lift 50 lbs+

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Job description

Pencco, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to support the Plant Manager in ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant chemical manufacturing operations. You will assist with safety training, inventories, maintenance, and rail coordination while stepping in for the PM when needed.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, effective communication, and hands-on supervision of plant staff, safety programs, and day-to-day process improvements in a challenging industrial environment.