Shift Supervisor - Production

Westlake Management Services, Inc.

Longview, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, Data Entry, Depth Perception, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Monitoring, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Genetics, Leadership, Manufacturing, Materials Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Microsoft Word, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Plant Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Production Schedule, Quality Management, Research Skills, SAP, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Time Management, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Longview, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

SUMMARY

Shift Supervisors directly supervise 6 to 14 employees in the operations department. Supervisors are responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of unit operators. A Shift Supervisor is responsible for 2 operating shifts. The supervisor works a rotating schedule that aligns with the operators' four-on four-off schedule. The supervisor schedule is day shift only.

Supervisors carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Their responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, directing work, performance reviews, discipline, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Job responsibilities can include all functions necessary to direct, maintain, plan and manage plant operations. Supervisors are required to interface with engineering, plant leadership, maintenance and vendors to ensure operation objectives and efficient operations are realized.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

Evaluates amounts of raw materials required for operations, based on production schedules
Interfaces with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met
Inspects and measures products to verify conformance to specifications
Directs workers in adjusting operations and equipment to ensure products meet customer standards
Develops, recommends, and implements measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product
Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of department or work crew
Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems
Maintains time and production records
Develops and implements operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
Supervises operators while on shift, monitoring safety and environmental compliance
Maintains document control for specific areas on all documents used by operations
Issues permits as needed, including Hot Work, Confined Space, Work Permits, Line Break, etc.
Provides written/verbal communication to operators when necessary
Initiates/monitors operator training as needed, including new and refresher training
Writes maintenance work orders to repair equipment when needed
Ensures product integrity by taking action to correct abnormal situations which affect product quality
Leads interactive safety program and encourages strong employee participation in Company PACE program
Publish daily production reports
SAP production data entry

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Four (4) year engineering degree (Chemical, Mechanical) preferred
2 - 5 years manufacturing experience and strong operational background
Authorization to work permanently in the US.

Proficiency with Windows based software (specifically Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
Ability to research/resolve problems or issues in a timely manner
Ability to work independently to resolve issues or problems on a day-to-day basis
Strong communication skills (verbal and written)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment varies as there is both work required in the office and out in the plant and process areas. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

COMPENSATION

Salary Range $115,000 - $126,000

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The pay range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience, and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be offered as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here.You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

Westlake Management Services, Inc. is proud to offer equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants to join our company and to succeed as members of our team regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About the Company

Westlake Management Services, Inc.

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