Production Supervisor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Unknown company is seeking a Shift Supervisor to lead a roughly dozen operators across multiple process areas in a brand-new three-shift operation. The role emphasizes hands-on supervision on the floor, plus scheduling, reporting, and coordination from a control-room-integrated plant setting.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or Biology (or equivalent) with 5+ years leading teams in continuous chemical processing.

Qualifications

• Requires degree or equivalent and 5+ years leading people in hands-on chemical processing.
• Requires continuous process chemical experience; polymer, coatings, plastics, and extrusion backgrounds translate well.
• PSM exposure is preferred.
• Shift leadership experience in chemical or industrial manufacturing with decision-making authority on site.
• Background with automated process controls is preferred.
• Comfortable splitting time between the process floor and desk.
• Demonstrates a steady work history with growth within past employers.

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 enforce standards.
• 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

Continuous process experience

PSM exposure

Shift leadership

Automated process controls

Decision making

On-site flexibility

Education

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Biology

5+ years leading people in chemical processing

Job description

Shift Supervisor – Continuous Chemical Processing

Location: Batavia, IL (On-site)
Compensation: $85,000 to $105,000 + bonus
Schedule: New 3rd shift, 24/7 operation with weekend rotation
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Overview

A large international chemical producer is adding a shift supervisor as its suburban Chicago plant moves from two shifts to three. The process is continuous and heavily automated, with operators running things from a central control room while the supervisor covers the floor across every production area. Expect to spend most of the shift out on the floor, with the rest going to scheduling, reporting, and coordination. Because the shift is brand new, the person who takes it will shape how it runs.

What the Job Involves

• 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

What They Need

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field, or 5+ years leading people in hands-on chemical processing
• Continuous process chemical experience is required; polymer, coatings, plastics, and extrusion backgrounds translate well
• PSM exposure strongly preferred
• Shift leadership experience in chemical or similar industrial manufacturing, with the confidence to make decisions without a manager on site
• Background with automated process controls preferred
• Comfortable splitting time between the floor and the desk
• Steady work history showing growth inside past employers