What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Supervisor - 1st Shift position at A-Gas Americas?
Operations Supervisor - 1st Shift
Who are we?
A-Gas is the global expert in the supply and full life-cycle management of specialty chemicals and gases, providing refrigerants, blowing agents, fire protection agents, and carbon credits to our customers around the world. With industry-leading recovery, reclamation, and gas processing technologies, A-Gas continues to set the standard for developing cutting-edge solutions designed to protect the environment through the reduction of global warming gases. For more information on A-Gas and our environmental journey, please go to www.agas.com/us.
We are looking for an Operations Supervisor to lead all production activities taking place on the 1st shift. This candidate will assist in the safe and efficient supervision of operations, including production performance, safety, and employee training, and ensure that all company policies are followed accordingly.
Primary Place of Work
Rhome, TX
Key Responsibilities
- Manage two departments of first shift employees in collaboration with various departmental supervisors
- Assist the plant manager in work assignments within the plant as needed
- Provide daily supervision and monitoring of staff to ensure the smooth and efficient running of operations
- Provide leadership by communicating expectations and holding people accountable. Provide positive and corrective feedback as appropriate
- Report any faults, site, and maintenance issues to ensure site safety and product quality
- Conduct and ensure all necessary staff training is completed and signed off so that staff are well-equipped to do their job.
- Encourage and participate in a Health and Safety culture to ensure a safe working environment
- Prepare for and attend meetings when required with other departments so that there is continuous communication
- Responsible for ensuring that quality control is implemented constantly. Personally, follow all operational processes carry out quality control checks, and ensure the close inspection of the work activities of the team
- Maintain and enforce good housekeeping
- All other tasks, as required
Experience, Knowledge, and Qualifications
Essential
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- 3 years' experience as a supervisor in an operational setting
- Must be able to obtain EPA 608 Certification within the first 6 months of employment
- Good verbal and written communication
- Confident decision making
- Adaptability to changing business environments
- Exceptional time management
- Positive conflict resolution style
- Employees must be available to work at least 40 hours per week and be available for overtime hours
- Can lift, push, or pull at least 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
- Must have high attention to detail to receive, inspect, and certify incoming and outgoing cylinders
Desirable
- College-level courses
- Forklift license
- Understanding of basic engineering, warehousing, and environmental services
- Being able to lead a diverse team
- Previous experience working in compressed gas, manufacturing, and/or gas cylinders is a plus
Why A-Gas?
We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status