Lead Production Supervisor – Chemical Plant Ops

Amvac-Chemical-Corporation; Alabama; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

ESPP

Job summary

AMVAC’s Axis, Alabama chemical manufacturing plant seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee safe and efficient plant operations and supervise production personnel. You will coordinate daily activities, manage manpower, ensure product quality, and support KPI achievement.

Qualifications include 5+ years in chemical manufacturing, 3+ years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, and knowledge of safety and process control.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of chemical manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 3 years of direct supervisory experience in a chemical plant.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug test and criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Supervise production personnel and coordinate manpower across assigned work areas.
• Plan and prioritize daily production activities to meet schedules, production targets, quality standards, and KPIs.
• Coach employees, evaluate performance, address personnel concerns, and support employee development.
• Ensure compliance with Quality Control requirements, product specifications, batch formulations, and SOPs.
• Monitor production processes and coordinate necessary adjustments to maintain product quality.
• Enforce safety policies, OSHA requirements, environmental regulations, and EHS procedures.
• Lead safety meetings and ensure proper handling of hazardous materials and waste.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, I&E, Distribution, HR, EHS, Supply Chain, and other departments to support plant operations and minimize downtime.
• Coordinate onboarding and hands-on training of production employees and verify operator competency.
• Monitor production materials, equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Oversee the safe operation of plant equipment, including DCS systems, forklifts, Track Mobiles, and Yard Dogs.
• Support special plant projects and other operational needs as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Communication

Problem solving

Safety compliance

DCS knowledge

P&IDs reading

MS Office

PPE compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HAZWOPER 40-hour certification

Chem Eng / Process Tech degree preferred

AIDT training preferred

Job description

AMVAC’s Axis, Alabama chemical manufacturing plant seeks a Production Supervisor to oversee safe and efficient plant operations and supervise production personnel. You will coordinate daily activities, manage manpower, ensure product quality, and support KPI achievement.

Qualifications include 5+ years in chemical manufacturing, 3+ years of supervisory experience, strong leadership, and knowledge of safety and process control.