Area Supervisor

Job Family Group:

Manufacturing Operations

Overview

Bold. Energetic. Ingenious.**Genuine.** These qualities best describe employees who work for Ingevity. We believe it takes extraordinary people to create extraordinary results.

At Ingevity, we harness the bold spirit, innate curiosity and remarkable ingenuity of our people to develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads last longer, and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner.

Already a leader in markets in which we compete, we leverage our deep technical expertise and knowledge of our customers' industries to turn complex challenges into powerful possibilities and value-added solutions. We prize creativity and imagination and we're always looking for a better, smarter way of doing things.

We know it takes the right people with the right attitude to achieve the improbable. People who understand that there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. People with the ability to solve and the commitment to stay the course. People who work together to create meaningful impact and exponential results, for our customers and the world around us. Our people are our most valued asset, and the foundation of our success. Interested? We thought you might be, and we're so glad!

How you will impact Ingevity:

The Area Supervisor position is responsible for the tactical day-to-day operation of a specific area of the Covington Carbon Plant. The Area Supervisor works closely with the area engineer, shift foremen, and maintenance supervisors to ensure production goals are met and necessary tasks are coordinated and executed for the safe and efficient operation of their plant area.

• Issue Daily Operating Instructions, walk through process to inspect equipment and ensure all issues are addressed.
• Supervise and maintain manufacturing equipment and processes in a fast-paced, union environment.
• Work with the area engineer to ensure necessary changes and improvements are made for plant area to improve safety, equipment reliability, efficiency, quality of products, and processes.
• Perform training of all new operators qualifying to work in production area. Train all operators on any new equipment or processes. Train operators on troubleshooting of process.
• Review process trends and operator notes. Address/correct any issues related to safety, environmental, and quality.
• Lead and assist operators with troubleshooting as necessary to ensure production problems are resolved in a timely manner.
• Supervises hourly personnel in the area. Provide feedback, development and coaching. Participate in discipline process.
• Identify, coordinate, and facilitate maintenance needs for specific plant area to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Issue and ensure correct use of LOTO, safe work permits, contractor work authorization permits and other permits as necessary.
• Become part of a high performing management team; supporting and executing business strategy and cultural goals.

What you need to succeed:

• 3+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment, production supervision experience preferred, technical degree a plus but not necessary.
• Ability to problem solve, effective decision making, experience in training others, and be effective at leading individuals and groups toward resolution of issues.
• Ability to communicate effectively through electronic means, using current software platforms and mobile devices.
• Knowledge of maintenance processes including mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of safety, health, and environmental regulations and principles.
• This role is eligible for relocation assistance.
• This role is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. The successful candidate must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the US.

Ingevity is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.

Recruiting Agencies: Ingevity does not accept unsolicited resumes and therefore, will not be responsible for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.