Shift Supervisor - Continuous Chemical Processing 3rd Shift

Joseph Michaels International; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International is seeking a Shift Supervisor for continuous chemical processing in Batavia, IL. The role leads a floor crew on a 3rd shift in a 24/7 operation, coordinating scheduling, reporting, and on-shift decisions from the plant floor and control room.

You will shape the shift's operations, ensure safety, and drive batch performance while managing inbound materials and routine documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field, or 5+ years leading people in hands-on chemical processing.

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

Team leadership

Decision making

Safety management

Scheduling & coordination

Floor-to-desk balance

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Tools

SCADA

Automation controls

Job description

Joseph Michaels International is seeking a Shift Supervisor for continuous chemical processing in Batavia, IL. The role leads a floor crew on a 3rd shift in a 24/7 operation, coordinating scheduling, reporting, and on-shift decisions from the plant floor and control room.

You will shape the shift's operations, ensure safety, and drive batch performance while managing inbound materials and routine documentation.