Shift Supervisor

Job Description :

Shift Supervisor (Foreman)

Huntsman is seeking a Shift Supervisor (Foreman) supporting the Advanced Materials Division located in Ashtabula, Ohio. This position will report to the Production Manager .

The Shift Supervisor is an exempt position who is responsible for ensuring quality production in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner according to established schedules, procedures, and processes by directly managing a rotating 12-hour shift.

In summary, as the Shift Supervisor (Foreman), you will:

• Ensure quality production in a safe, environmentally responsible, and efficient manner according to established schedules, procedures, and processes.

• Directly manage a rotating 12-hour shift of chemical operators, including one lead person.

Safety

• Promote and use Zero Harm tools.

• Lead shift safety meetings / MDI meetings.

• Be First Aid and CPR certified.

• Serve as Incident Commander for Emergency Response.

• Follow procedures and processes for generation of Safe Work Permits, line breaks, vessel entry, hot work, work at heights, and LTT for production.

• Help other departments as time allows.

Problem Solving

• Enter work orders in EMAINT systems.

• Resolve product-related issues and involve engineering as required.

• Resolve personnel issues as needed in conjunction with HR.

• Resolve production issues with all processes in the plant.

• Enter incidents and resolve those assigned to you for all issues.

Recordkeeping

• Record production as required by ERP systems.

• Generate a shift report in the correct format and with all the needed information.

• Fill out weekly/monthly/quarterly critical items lists.

• Write needed personnel documents such as reviews, warnings, and training records.

Communication

• Communicates clear and concise production updates during plant and shift meetings.

• Effectively communicates and influences operators, engineers, management, and peer supervisors.

• Delivers shift training in a timely, clear, and efficient manner.

• Translates information from sales, management, and engineering into actionable guidance for operators.

• Ensures shifttoshift continuity by providing accurate handoff and production updates.

• Maintains strong communication and alignment with other shift leaders.

Leadership skills

• Provides strong shift leadership, engaging operators to meet daily, weekly, and monthly production goals while supporting management direction.

• Supports the Production Manager with projects, procedures, and operational issues as needed.

• Manages employee performance, including issue resolution, datadriven decision making, and execution of disciplinary processes when required.

• Oversees shift scheduling and production execution, ensuring proper staffing, prioritization of work, and achievement of production plans.

• Ensures safe, efficient operations, monitoring workflows, equipment, and control points while maintaining compliance with safety policies and procedures.

• Develops and mentors' operators, supporting career progression and identifying highpotential employees for advancement.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate of Science (AS) degree in Process Technology or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, OR 5 or more years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• The Shift Supervisor position will have previous chemical experience with a continuing progression in responsibility.

• Meeting and/or exceeding the requirements listed in the job description will make the employee eligible for advancement as well as failure to meet the requirements as stated in the job description can initiate demotion without any prior disciplinary action.

Working Environment

• The plant has many jobs which will require outside work so conditions will range from cold and snowy in the winter months to very hot in the summer months. Working outside in the rain and snow will be necessary. The ability to work safely with chemicals is also a requirement.

• The Shift Supervisor must also have the ability to wear a respirator for extended periods.

• The Shift Supervisor must also have the ability to enter vessels for cleaning purposes.

• The Shift Supervisor must also have the ability to lift 35 lbs.

• The Shift Supervisor must have the ability to climb ladders and stairs on a regular basis.

• One shift (12 hours rotating) of chemical operators including one lead person.

• (Physical and working conditions if applicable)

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