VCM Production Shift Supervisor

Shintech; Houma, Thibodaux (LA, LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Shintech Louisiana is seeking a Production Shift Supervisor to lead the VCM unit in Plaquemine on 12-hour rotating shifts. You will supervise Process Technicians, ensure safety and equipment inspections, and coordinate maintenance planning with operations and maintenance teams.

The role requires a strong background in chemical process operations, a high school diploma or GED, and an accredited associate degree or equivalent certification. The ideal candidate has prior supervision experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Minimum of 4 years’ manufacturing or related military experience.
• Accredited associate’s degree in Chemical Process or Chemical Technology or Chemical Process Certificate can substitute for experience.
• Certification in all VCM operator jobs is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely supervise and coordinate the activities of Process Technicians.
• Oversee routine equipment and safety inspections.
• Manage inventory inspections and material supplies.
• Develop and conduct operator training on equipment operations.
• Plan and execute maintenance shutdowns, start-ups, and turnarounds.
• Review and update standard operating procedures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in Chemical Process or Chemical Technology or Chemical Process Certificate

VCM operator certification

Job description

Reports To: Production Superintendent and Production Assistant Superintendent

Location: Plaquemine

Unit: VCM

Staffing Requisition#: SLA-2026-33

Classification: Exempt

Number of positions: 1

Position: Production Shift Supervisor

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Safely supervise, direct, and coordinate the activities of Process Technicians.
• Manage execution of routine equipment and safety inspections.
• Maintain an adequate supply of materials and manage inventory inspections.
• Develop, implement and conduct employee training programs related to equipment operations.
• Review and document changes in standard operating procedures and Standard Operating Manuals.
• Train shift personnel on changes of procedures and work instructions.
• Assist in plant shutdown, start-up and turnaround planning and related activities.
• Evaluates, mentors/develops, coaches, and provides feedback (positive or developmental) to the Process Technicians as necessary.
• Qualify process technicians in plant areas through verbal competency test.
• Document and investigate violations of company policy, standard operating procedures and work practices and take appropriate corrective action.
• Complies with all Safety Procedures.
• Manage operations vacation and call out scheduling are in accordance with Shintech’s policy.
• Ensure maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with Shintech policies and procedures.
• Take necessary actions when mechanical equipment problems arise.
• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of routine and major maintenance activities within their area and work with the planners, technicians, and operations daily.
• Improve work efficiency by working with the warehouse to improve material deliveries and material stock.
• Manage and support all emergent and urgent work within their area of responsibility
• Prepare equipment for maintenance for next day work list from the weekly schedule and communicates to Operations and Maintenance personnel.
• Manage and optimize overall spending within their area. Tracks progress of work in their area and documents learned for future planning and scheduling.
• Oversee backlog management efforts within their area of responsibility.
• Improve efficient execution of maintenance activities by ensuring aggressive daily/week schedules are not only developed but followed.
• Help improve work order priorities and allocation of resources when necessary.
• Assist with overtime management to reduce overtime percentages.
• Improve communication between Maintenance and other departments (Operations, Engineering, Safety, etc.) in their area of responsibility.
• Review, and approve operations overtime, and time sheets.
• Work directly with the Electrical, Instrument, Analyzer, and Mechanical Supervisors regarding the scheduling of work task.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required

Qualifications and Experience

• High School diploma/GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience of manufacturing or related military experience. An accredited associate’s degree in Chemical Process or Chemical Technology or Chemical Process Certificate is required in lieu of experience.
• Completed certification in all VCM operator jobs.

Preferred

• 5 Years of VCM operations; step-up supervisor experience
• Prior supervising experience

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to access all plant areas.
• Use of PPE required in specific areas.
• Regularly required to push, pull, bend, and perform long periods of standing and walking on cement foundations.
• Climb stairs, straight ladders, and structures, etc.
• Occasionally required to stoop and kneel.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to coordinate the movement of eyes, hands, feet, and fingers to operate tools and equipment.
• Required to be medically certified for respirator and medically fit for duty.
• Work in all weather conditions, under emergency conditions, and for prolonged periods of time.
• Available to work 12-hour rotating shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays.

Work Environment

Chemical manufacturing facility.

Professional office environment.

Diverse / Multi-cultural workforce.

Shintech Louisiana provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.