OLEFIN I OPERATIONS SHIFT SUPERVISOR III

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Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas. Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid. We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities. Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas. I. POSITION OBJECTIVE The purpose of the Shift Supervisor position is to be directly in charge of the Olefins 1-unit process operators and ensure the operators are up to date on the company's policies and process knowledge within the unit. The Shift Supervisor is also responsible for ensuring the unit operates in a safe manner while complying with environmental protocols, stipulations, and regulations. While still meeting production goals and maintaining quality standards. II. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY Manage and Lead: Assign the operators to their areas of responsibility weekly and monitor daily by reviewing the log sheets and checklists. Handle any conflicts, whether operational or personal, that develop. Be clear and precise in communications with operators and obtain feedback to ensure he/she understands the communication. Operations: Assess the Olefins 1-unit operations by reviewing the log sheets, logbook notes, PI trends, and DCS readings. Manage, solve, and /or recommend resolving discrepancies, deviations, and abnormalities by staying up to date on the operational processes within Olefins Direct the proper operational steps during nights and weekends if a situation arises. Facilitate the Fulfillment of Work Orders: Gather and collect the daily/weekly/monthly checklists and review for abnormalities. Flag abnormalities and relay them to the Operation Staff personnel (Day Supervisors / Managers) in the unit supervisor report. Follow up maintenance work to reduce equipment downtime and ensure repairs are through to reduce subsequent failures and downtime. Staff Development: Evaluate the Process Operator Trainees from the Process Operator Program. Develop each individual’s talents to the fullest, creating an environment that supports collaboration, cross-functional team, and information sharing. Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement: Monitor Olefins I unit performance to identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, process stability, product quality, energy consumption, and equipment reliability. Review readings, PI trends, operating data, and shift reports to identify recurring issues, performance deviations, and opportunities for improvement. Collaborate with Operations, Process Engineering, Maintenance, and other relevant departments to recommend and implement approved process improvements. Share operational knowledge and lessons learned with fellow operators and support the evaluation of process changes to ensure improvements are achieved without compromising personnel safety, environmental compliance, or equipment integrity. THM: Promote cleanliness and order through implementation of the Total House Keeping Maintenance program. Emphasize the “Nothing Touches Ground” and the “No Visual Pollution” programs, respectively. Sustain the affected laboratories in a like-new condition. III. QUALIFICATIONS A. TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA 1. Previous Related Experience Required A minimum of five (5) years' experience in Chemical/Petrochemical Operations as a chemical operator. Olefins experience preferred. 2. Technical Skills Required to Perform This Job • Personal computer skills and applicable software. • Good interpersonal and communication skills. • Good business writing ability. • AS400 and organizational skills • DCS experience preferred 3. Education High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of five (5) years of direct job-related experience required, with a process chemical operator course preferred. 4. Other Certification/Training Required • Will require training in Company Policies and Procedures after hire. • Current employees must meet all technical and safety training requirements for current position, as specified in the Master Training Plan. • Must participate in the following subject training and pass required certifications. Check Out Our Benefits Health Coverage and Perks Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care Short-term Disability Long-term Disability Group Term Life, Dependent and Supplemental Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement ​​​​​​​ Work/Life Balance 10 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off for a balanced life (Vacation, Sick and Personal Time) FlexTime Available Competitive Compensation Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match, Cash Balance, Pension Plan