Operations Shift Supervisor - Petrochemical Processing

Operations Shift Supervisor – Petrochemical Processing

A confidential petrochemical manufacturing facility is seeking an experienced Operations Shift Supervisor to lead safe, compliant, and efficient plant operations in a continuous, PSM-regulated environment.

This role is ideal for a hands-on supervisor or senior/lead process operator with strong technical depth in chemical processing who can lead operators, troubleshoot complex unit issues, and serve as the senior decision-maker on shift. The Shift Supervisor is accountable for operational execution, personnel leadership, and real-time problem resolution while maintaining the highest standards of process safety, environmental compliance, and asset integrity.

• Lead a rotating shift team responsible for continuous petrochemical process operations in a high-hazard environment.
• Serve as the senior operational authority on shift, ensuring strict adherence to operating procedures, PSM requirements, and site safety standards.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture focused on personal safety, process safety, and environmental protection.
• Provide hands-on supervision, coaching, and technical guidance to Process Operators in both field and control room operations.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and equipment issues involving pumps, compressors, boilers, heat exchangers, and associated utilities.
• Differentiate mechanical vs. operational issues; coordinate with Maintenance and Technical teams to establish priorities and corrective actions.
• Support maintenance and contractor activities, including preparation and authorization of safe work permits, hot work permits, and confined space permits.
• Participate in incident investigations, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvement, reliability enhancement, and efficiency gains; communicate recommendations to plant leadership.
• Support emergency response preparedness and execution to protect personnel, the community, and plant assets.
• Maintain accurate shift documentation, logs, and reports using computerized systems.
• Assign and oversee operator participation in autonomous maintenance activities per plant standards and training.

• High School Diploma required;
  Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in petrochemical, chemical manufacturing, refinery, power generation, or other hazardous process operations.
• Prior shift leadership, lead operator, or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Solid working knowledge of chemical process equipment, utilities, and unit operations.
• Demonstrated understanding of PSM, OSHA, EPA, and environmental compliance in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting, decision-making, and root cause analysis skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work rotating shift schedules in a 24/7 operation.

• Combination of control room and field-based work.
• Ability to walk, stand, climb ladders and stairs, and access elevated platforms.
• Lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Exposure to chemicals, vapors, noise, heat, and outdoor conditions; required use of PPE including FRC and respiratory protection.
• Must pass respirator fit testing and medical clearance.
• Ability to remain alert and effective during extended and rotating shifts.