Operations Supervisor

INEOS; Ashtabula (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturer in Ashtabula, OH is seeking a Plant 2 North Operations Shift Supervisor responsible for leading operations and ensuring safety and quality in manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive manufacturing experience, leadership skills, and strong communication abilities. A full benefits package along with a competitive salary is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a leadership role is desired.
• Consistently demonstrate high standards and model appropriate behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operations of Plant 2 South.
• Communicate plant goals, policies, and standards.
• Develop operations personnel through coaching and feedback.

Skills

Operational Safety

Operational Processes

Plant Operations

Quality Management

Employee Health and Safety

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Higher level education and leadership training

Tools

SAP

Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

At INEOS Pigments, we value the contribution of our people in making us one of the largest producers of titanium dioxide in North America. Providing numerous products and services to industries around the globe, from coatings to plastics to paper and other end‑uses, we invest in employee development and offer a wide range of career opportunities, giving everyone the chance to broaden their experience and build a professionally rewarding career.

The Plant 2 North Operations Shift Supervisor is responsible for leading and supervising the employees who work in the TiCl4 Operations Unit. Their focus is to achieve optimum results and drive improvements in safety, environmental, quality, cost and reliability by leveraging the full value of all employees. This is a salaried exempt rotating shift position and is designated as a Safety Critical role.

INEOS Pigments USA, Inc. – Ashtabula Complex located in Ashtabula, OH consists of two facilities – Plant 1 and Plant 2 – that safely and efficiently produce titanium dioxide pigment (TiO₂) and titanium chemical products. The company is one of the largest producers of TiO₂, a bright white powder made from titanium ore. Titanium dioxide is a unique material delivering an unparalleled refractive index value, making it ideal for applications where opacity is required. TiO₂ creates opacity, brightness and durability in a variety of end uses such as coatings, plastics and paper.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe, productive and efficient operations of the Plant 2 South operations
• Communicate plant goals, policies, and standards ensuring accountability
• Develop operations personnel through coaching, feedback, and unit assignments conducting periodic performance reviews as needed
• Drive continuous improvement to optimize plant operations
• Foster teamwork across the shifts and with all other functional groups to ensure that activities are well‑aligned with maximum impact
• Develops, coordinates and issues daily direction to shift personnel ensuring all day‑to‑day plant objectives with respect to safety, environmental control, efficiency, reliability and productivity are met
• Directs emergency response efforts when needed
• Coordinates training on safety and operating procedures
• Ensures that the workplace is free of harassment, discrimination and that individuals are treated with respect
• Other duties as assigned

Educational & Experience

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Higher level education and leadership training a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in a leadership role is desired.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Consistently demonstrate high standards and model appropriate behaviors.
• Strong working knowledge of safety, environmental and emergency response requirements.
• Functional with various computer programs (SAP, Word, Excel, etc.).

Technical Skills

• Operational Safety: Knowledge of methods, accepted practices, considerations and regulatory requirements associated with safety and protection of workers, environment and site.
• Operational Processes: Knowledge of the existing and planned approaches and methods for chemical processing, mining or minerals processing.
• Plant Operations: Knowledge of the day‑to‑day operations of a production plant or mine site.
• Quality Management: Knowledge of quality management methods, tools, and techniques used to create and support an environment that meets the needs of the organization.
• Employee Health and Safety: Knowledge of the procedures and programs in place to ensure employee safety (occupational health, fire safety and emergency response plan); ability to take appropriate and immediate actions in case of an emergency.

Behavioral Skills

• Organizational Awareness: Knowledge of the organization's vision and goals, major functional processes, operating principles and requirements, values and code of ethics; ability to apply this understanding appropriately to diverse situations.
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
• Coaching Others: Knowledge of coaching concepts and methods; ability to encourage, motivate, and guide individuals or teams in learning and improving effectiveness.
• People Management: Knowledge of human resources and people management processes; ability to lead, motivate, evaluate and reward personnel in the workplace.

Benefits

INEOS Pigments offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability with a buy‑up option, basic life & AD&D insurance with a buy‑up option for self and dependents, and 401(k) with company match.

EEO Statement

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