What are the responsibilities and job description for the HOMO SHIFT SUPERVISOR III position at Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.?
I. POSITION OBJECTIVE
This position exists to supervise and lead a team of operators to maintain and operate the PVC unit in an environmentally sound and safe manner to maximize production and minimize production costs. Ensure that we train operators to handle all process situations and ensure that all jobs are done in a safe and healthful working environment that meets environmental, health, and safety regulations and Company requirements.
II. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Shift Management: Be accountable for each operator’s safety assigned to me. Be accountable for any permit and OSHA violations for the safe operation of the PVC plant. To be accountable for process upsets and resolving the issues associated with those occurrences. Accountability for validating operator time records. Oversee and audit lockouts for maintenance work. Be responsible for the training of operators.
Ensure the correct amounts of certified operators are scheduled for a shift. Must be able to handle personnel issues that arise on shift professionally and respectfully.
Manage and Lead: Assign the operators to their areas of responsibility 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 PVC 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 and alert on the operational processes within PVC. 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 logbook. Attend the Operations meetings with the Maintenance group to go over the daily Maintenance items.
Staff Development: Evaluate the contract operators 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.
THM – Promote cleanliness and order through implementation of the Total House Keeping Management program. Emphasize Nothing Touch Ground program and No Visual Pollution program. Maintain the plant in like new condition.
Iii. Qualifications
This position exists to supervise and lead a team of operators to maintain and operate the PVC unit in an environmentally sound and safe manner to maximize production and minimize production costs. Ensure that we train operators to handle all process situations and ensure that all jobs are done in a safe and healthful working environment that meets environmental, health, and safety regulations and Company requirements.
II. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Shift Management: Be accountable for each operator’s safety assigned to me. Be accountable for any permit and OSHA violations for the safe operation of the PVC plant. To be accountable for process upsets and resolving the issues associated with those occurrences. Accountability for validating operator time records. Oversee and audit lockouts for maintenance work. Be responsible for the training of operators.
Ensure the correct amounts of certified operators are scheduled for a shift. Must be able to handle personnel issues that arise on shift professionally and respectfully.
Manage and Lead: Assign the operators to their areas of responsibility 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 PVC 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 and alert on the operational processes within PVC. 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 logbook. Attend the Operations meetings with the Maintenance group to go over the daily Maintenance items.
Staff Development: Evaluate the contract operators 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.
THM – Promote cleanliness and order through implementation of the Total House Keeping Management program. Emphasize Nothing Touch Ground program and No Visual Pollution program. Maintain the plant in like new condition.
Iii. Qualifications
- TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA
- Previous Related Experience Required A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Operations as an Operator. PVC experience preferred. Board Experience in PVC Operations preferred.
- Technical Skills Required To Perform This Job
- Personal computer and applicable software including the ability to learn new systems that the company introduces.
- Use of hand tools, gauges, indicators, operation of DCS and sample testing equipment.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good business writing ability.
- Education High School Diploma or equivalent plus a minimum of five years of (direct job related) experience.
- Other Certification/Training Required To Gain Function-Related Technical Knowledge
- 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.
