On-site 3rd-Shift Supervisor, Chemical Processing

KingRecruitingServices; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices seeks a Shift Supervisor for a large international chemical producer in Batavia, IL. This on-site, 24/7 operation has a brand‑new third shift. You will lead a floor crew of about a dozen operators and coordinate batch schedules and inbound material unloads.

Most of your time is on the floor, with remaining duties in scheduling, reporting and coordination. You’ll monitor continuous processes from the control room, react to deviations, and uphold safety and operating

Qualifications

• Degree or 5+ years leading people in hands-on chemical processing.
• Continuous process chemical experience required; polymer, coatings, plastics, and extrusion backgrounds translate well.
• PSM exposure strongly preferred.
• Shift leadership in chemical or similar industrial manufacturing with on-site decision autonomy.
• Background with automated process controls preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct a crew of roughly a dozen operators across several process areas.
• Get ahead of reaction issues and process deviations, and make the call when something goes sideways.
• Set batch schedules, verify raw material inventory, and coordinate inbound tanker unloads.
• Watch process systems from the control room and hold operators to standard.
• Document each shift, including batch traceability records and any deviations.
• Plan manual work such as raw material loading, QC sampling, and cleanout at the end of runs.
• Own safety, housekeeping, and operating standards for the shift.

Skills

People leadership

Chemical processing

Safety compliance

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or related field

Tools

Automated process controls

Job description

KingRecruitingServices seeks a Shift Supervisor for a large international chemical producer in Batavia, IL. This on-site, 24/7 operation has a brand‑new third shift. You will lead a floor crew of about a dozen operators and coordinate batch schedules and inbound material unloads.

Most of your time is on the floor, with remaining duties in scheduling, reporting and coordination. You’ll monitor continuous processes from the control room, react to deviations, and uphold safety and operating