Operations Supervisor

Annual Wage Range: $90,400.00 - $

Other Compensation: Eligibility for the Short-Term Incentive program and other applicable bonuses

Benefits: U.S. Employee Benefits Summary ()

Grace, a Standard Industries company, is a leading global supplier of specialty chemicals and solutions that enable industries to enhance modern life. Our customers use our catalysts, engineered materials, process technologies and fine chemicals to manufacture everyday products – like renewable fuels, pharmaceuticals and food packaging – better, faster and smarter. Our thousands of employees work to harness the power of science for a better world at our global headquarters in Columbia, MD and locations worldwide.

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Grace is seeking an Operations Supervisor for our Advanced Refining Technologies plant at the Curtis Bay site in Baltimore, MD. Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Operations Supervisor leads a team and ensures safe and efficient operation of assets, equipment, and processes.

12-hour rotating shifts, including days, nights, holidays, and weekends.

• Week 1: 4 consecutive night shifts, then 3 days off
• Week 2: 3 regular day shifts, 1 day off, then 3 night shifts
• Week 3: 3 days off, then 4 consecutive day shifts

• Supervises employees in the specialty chemicals manufacturing plant
• Assures regulatory compliance, including environmental and process safety, and champions a safe workplace for all employees. Addresses hazards, deviations, and injuries in a timely manner.
• Directs response to emergency situations, including emergency shutdown procedures.
• Interfaces with others in the organization to ensure customer deadlines are met.
• Directs workers in adjusting equipment and processes to correct products which fail to meet quality standards.
• Coaches, counsels and disciplines employees, addresses complaints and resolves conflicts.
• Interprets various sets of data and determines how to resolve or troubleshoot complex equipment or systems.
• Maintains housekeeping standards by performing requisite audits.
• Analyzes and resolves production issues, enforces labor relations policies, and resolves grievances.

• Must be willing to wear PPE including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel‑toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full‑face respirator.
• Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
• Ability to work in a high‑hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and standards while working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting
• Must be able to work 12‑hour shifts, including both day and night

• Demonstrated leadership ability to direct and motivate employees
• Demonstrated ability to act in a safe manner and teach employees on safety standards
• Proficient in MS Office

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Grace Wellness Program
• Flexible Workplace
• Retirement Plans
• 401(k) Company Match – Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave (salaried only)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Donation Match Program
• U.S. Employee Benefits Summary ()

Grace is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Grace via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Grace. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Grace as a result of the referral or through other means.