Job Title: Chemical Process Supervisor

Job Overview: The Chemical Process Supervisor will oversee the day-to-day operations of process technologies, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant production processes. The role involves leading a team of Process Technologists, driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and acting as a key communicator between various teams within the organization.

Key Responsibilities: Technical Responsibilities:

• Supervise Process Technologists and oversee their duties.
• Lead and coordinate Non-Conformance investigations, implement corrective actions, and ensure follow-up on action items.
• Optimize and troubleshoot existing processes using quantitative analysis techniques to increase efficiency and resolve bottlenecks.
• Supervise the commissioning of new processes and modifications in line with MOC/PHA requirements.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance during Management of Change (MOC) activities.
• Participate in management meetings focused on production and process improvements.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Plant Supervisor to create and maintain batch procedures.
• Develop training materials and coach production personnel on new and existing technologies.
• Lead and participate in Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) for required plant processes.
• Participate in process incident investigations as necessary.
• Engage in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities when required.
• Act as the communication conduit between Research & Development (R&D) and production teams.
• Ensure all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards and goals are met or exceeded.
• Promote a safe work culture and actively contribute to its development.
• Submit work orders as required and ensure maintenance of production schedules.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Environmental Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with regulated plant areas as outlined by the Regulatory Compliance Manager.
• Proactively identify compliance and regulatory issues before the scale-up of new processes.
• Manage product packaging and empty container handling in line with established plant procedures.

Regulatory & Safety Measures:

• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and procedures throughout production activities.
• Participate in emergency response drills and ensure team preparedness for unforeseen events.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Successful completion of tasks within established deadlines.
• Scale-up success rate.
• Chemical nonconformance rate.
• Effective communication and collaboration across teams.
• Attendance and completion of safety training requirements.
• Compliance with HQ safety and regulatory standards.

Required Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational behavior management.
• Proficient in technical troubleshooting.
• Expertise in process technology and process improvements.
• Project management skills.

Required Knowledge:

• Solid understanding of environmental and regulatory laws pertaining to the chemical manufacturing industry.
• Advanced knowledge of chemistry and chemical properties.
• In-depth understanding of engineering principles.
• Familiarity with Process Safety Management (PSM) practices.
• Knowledge of Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Experience with Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) methodology.

Required Experience:

• Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Minimum of 2 years of production experience (5 years preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant STEM field (required).
• Master of Science degree (preferred).

Competence Profile:

• Education/Qualification: Minimum 4-year STEM degree or equivalent, Master of Science (desirable).
• Experience: At least 2 years of relevant production experience; 5 years is highly desirable.
• Skills and Knowledge: See above section on skills, knowledge, and experience.