Production Supervisor

BYK Additives & Instruments is one of the world’s leading suppliers in the field of additives and measuring instruments. Around the world, the additives of BYK ensure that coatings and plastics precisely obtain the desired properties and the correct quality.

We’re looking for a highly motivated, experienced Production Supervisor to join our night shift production team!

*This opportunity is a night shift, 6:30 PM- 7:00 AM position, with required weekend work and overtime as outlined upon interview.

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit plans eligible to enroll within 30 days of hire!
• Annual Merit increases, Bonuses, and 401K Discretionary company match up to 5%!
• Opportunity for advancement and training opportunities for all employees!

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for process safety management systems and safe operation of equipment; directly accountable for personnel safety, quality, scheduling, and customer issues related to production
• Lead efforts within shift to improve plant KPIs and operations metrics
• Ensure Operators are adhering to documented procedures during batch operation and correctly filling out process paperwork, entering data into SAP as required
• Review and corrects SOPs, BOMs, and other relevant work instructions needed to run processes
• Lead shift turnover to ensure smooth transition from outgoing and incoming shifts
• Work with Engineering and Maintenance to support continuous improvement activities and equipment installations through the MOC process
• Work with Engineering / QC to determine root cause of quality deviations in batch processing
• Provide feedback to Planning concerning current production status and updates as needed
• Ensure raw materials are staged for future batches as needed and returned to proper inventory locations as directed
• Lead and Manage Operator Workforce
• Enforce company policies, Federal and Local employment laws, OSHA, and EPA regulations and standards
• Develop and grow Operator talent by offering constructive criticism and feedback when appropriate
• Provide means of training workforce to operate process equipment and processes safely and efficiently while producing material
• Drive workplace culture of clean and organized work areas
• Insure fair treatment is maintained between employees, and other site work groups (maintenance, QC, Engineering, Warehouse) while building a cooperative atmosphere by utilizing a “leading by example” mentality

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong Interpersonal Skills – Positive “can do” attitude, stress tolerant, ability to inspire others
• Knowledge of chemical manufacturing operations
• Knowledge of PSM processes
• Knowledge of workplace safety regulations and practices as applied in a chemical manufacturing setting
• Strong verbal and communications skills with the ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels in an organization
• Ability to troubleshoot processes and equipment

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma required,
• BS/BA in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing setting
• Competent with Microsoft Office
• SAP experience desirable

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental Vision- Participation within the first 30 days of employment
• Company paid Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Competitive Bonus Potential
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO

In the ALTANA Group, you will work in a unique culture of innovation where the utmost importance is attached to promoting individual ideas and abilities as well as open, trusting interaction. ALTANA AG and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

We encourage you to apply to join our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Night shift
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Do you feel comfortable working a 12.5 hour shift? Night shift hours are 6:30 pm- 7:00 am

Experience:

• Chemical Manufacturing or Food Industry Manufacturing: 3 years (Required)
• engineering: 4 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Wallingford, CT 06492 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000 - $105,000