Production Supervisor

Ecovyst is a materials science, catalyst, and services company dedicated to creating innovative technologies that play a critical role in supporting ecological health and help our customers solve complex challenges.

Energized by an over 200-year history, we have positioned ourselves to be responsive and fast adapting to rapidly changing economic environments and support our customers with solutions that grow and extend their business growth and sustainability goals.

Our cutting-edge solutions span across two industry-leading businesses, Ecoservices and Advanced Materials and Catalyst.

• Ecoservices is dedicated to services that have a positive impact on our planet. Our Ecoservices business provides specialty grade high purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses.

• Advanced Materials and Catalyst specializes in silica supports and catalysts. This business allows us to develop innovative technologies that enable our customers and value chain partners to create sustainable products.

At Ecovyst, we are ready for change, and we believe that each of our team members can be a catalyst for positive change. Our cornerstone values of integrity and fairness, diligence and service, learning and imagination are reflected across our people and our company culture. Our dynamic and inclusive working environment is one where all opinions are valued and the culture of family is fostered. This culture and our strong spirit of teamwork directly benefit our customers, our suppliers, our employees, our planet, and the communities where we live and work.

Production Supervisor

Our subsidiary, Ecoservices, is on the hunt for a Production Supervisor based at our Houston, TX plant.

This position is accountable for the day-to-day safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the site and is responsible for the R2 Operations department. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist Unit Manager in hiring, training, and developing Operators, promoting accountability culture on site.

• Work with Unit Manager to document hourly recognition and/or discipline.

• Oversee daily operations.

• Address current issues and opportunities to improve by coordinating with Maintenance, Lab, Logistics, HS, Environmental.

• Set Operator work schedules.

• Review & approve timecards and vacations.

• Make field observations daily and commend or correct observations as needed.

• Ensure all log-sheets, inspections checklists, start up and shutdown checklists, and SOPs are current, accurate, understood, and well utilized.

• Monitor daily raw material and finished good inventory levels and forecast future levels.

• Set daily production rates.

• Write daily production instructions.

• Write work notifications on equipment issues found.

• Review, edit, and approve site's SAP work notifications into work orders

• Coordinate priorities of work order with maintenance department through Planning and Scheduling meetings.

• Prioritize/authorize daily work order Break Ins to maintenance schedule.

• Oversee shutdown, work execution, and start up with emphasis on safety, schedule, and quality.

• Support planning, execution, and documentation of turnaround activities.

• Drive shop floor equipment ownership and engagement.

• Track and respond to quality trends to make sure unit is consistently producing on specification product.

• Enforce site standards and best practices such as equipment labelling.

• Review monthly safety inspections performed by operators and loaders.

• Review operator log sheets daily.

• Manage water treatment program, including semi-annual program reviews.

• Review water treatment logs daily.

• Lead daily Production Meeting.

• Periodically serve as On Duty Supervisor.

• Supervise contractors as needed.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Responsibilities:

• Be your brother's keeper.

• Comply with environmental limits and permit.

• Complete all quarterly & yearly training. (FMTs)

• Follow the 10 Expectations of Leaders.

• Follow Life Saving Behaviors.

• Use Stop Work.

• Participate in BBS.

• Properly inspect, use, maintain PPE in accordance with PPE Matrix.

• Do ONLY what you have been trained to do.

• Be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable site, corporate and regulatory safety and environmental requirements.

• Ensure procedures are written, understood, followed, and kept current for your area.

• Engage your team members in reviews of the procedures.

• Ensure all SOPs are certified annually.

• Ensure Incident Reports are submitted in a timely manner.

• Investigate all assigned incident investigations in a timely manner.

• Communicate results of investigations to Operations Manager timely.

• Understand and support continuous improvement through RC14001 and Ecovyst 20 Principles.

• Ensure timely resolution/completion of Safety Work Orders.

• Responsible for employee safety.

• Ensure employee compliance with HSE Expectations.

• Recognizes and encourages good safety behaviors.

• Attend and periodically lead Plant Wide Safety Meetings.

• Attend and contribute to weekly Wed Safety Surges.

• Be present in the work area to recognize and address HSE issues with employees, contractors and visitors.

• Conduct field audits such as HSE Tours, My Check 5 Leadership, Shipping Audits, LCP Audits, and housekeeping.

• Encourage open discussion of safety concerns in the area and then follow through to a timely resolution with feedback to the employees.

• Understand Life Critical Procedures.

• Serve as guarantor over implementation of them in your area of responsibility.

• Lead/facilitate weekly/monthly department safety meetings take place.

• Ensure housekeeping is to high standard.

• Ensure waste is properly labeled in compliance with local regulations.

• Ensure next day lockout tagout (LOTO) and permitting activities are well organized and right first time.

• Organize routine and tabletop ERT discussions with operators

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent, a degree in a manufacturing curriculum, engineering or related field is preferred.

Experience

• 5 + years of proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a manufacturing environment

• Strong understanding of production process and quality control

Skills

• Excellent leadership and team management skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Proficient in using production management tools and production software (SAP,ADP)

• Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekend if necessary