What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shift Supervisor - Hannibal, MO (Palmyra) position at BASF?
Now hiring! Shift Supervisor - Hannibal, MO (Palmyra)
Palmyra, MO (On-site)
Annual bonus / Overtime pay eligible
We are looking for a Shift Supervisor to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Palmyra, MO.
Come create chemistry with us!
BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.
As a Shift Supervisor you will lead others toward the accomplishment of production targets in a safe and environmentally conscious manner. You also may be assigned to any one of five production units at the Hannibal Plant that produce insecticides, herbicides, or intermediate chemicals used in the production of insecticides and/or herbicides.
As a Shift Supervisor - Hannibal, MO (Palmyra), you create chemistry by...
At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call
you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
Just some of the many benefits we offer include:
About Us
As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!
At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.
Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF
Privacy statement
BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact Careers.NorthAmerica@basf.com to report fraud.
Equal employment opportunities
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Palmyra, MO (On-site)
Annual bonus / Overtime pay eligible
We are looking for a Shift Supervisor to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Palmyra, MO.
Come create chemistry with us!
BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental, and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.
As a Shift Supervisor you will lead others toward the accomplishment of production targets in a safe and environmentally conscious manner. You also may be assigned to any one of five production units at the Hannibal Plant that produce insecticides, herbicides, or intermediate chemicals used in the production of insecticides and/or herbicides.
As a Shift Supervisor - Hannibal, MO (Palmyra), you create chemistry by...
- Leading others toward the accomplishment of production targets in a safe and environmentally conscious manner. Safety of all personnel in his or her plant is the foremost concern of our supervisors and only individuals with the highest commitment to common safety will be considered for the role.
- Being a results-driven leader who can get things done by working through others.
- Initiating work orders, enters them into the maintenance work management system (SAP), and working with maintenance to reduce cost and minimize downtime.
- Working closely with engineers to recommend process improvements and to troubleshoot the manufacturing process and managing the daily activities of the chemical operators in the assigned area, while building a sustainable culture of safety awareness and responsibility.
- Ensuring that proper documentation is maintained, procedures for material and product handling and storage are observed, and that production reports are completed in a timely manner. Additionally, you will manage the job setup procedure for contractors, including confined space entry, lock-out, tag-out and the safety work permit systems.
- Conducting safety meetings, ensuring that subordinates are trained properly, developing unit staffing schedules, and administering discipline according to company policy and the collective bargaining agreement. You will also participate in emergency response teams and receive special training on hazardous materials, regulatory compliance, or other aspects of chemical plant operations.
- Hold a High school diploma or equivalent education.
- Possess 3 years’ experience as an operator in one or more of the operating units at the BASF Hannibal plant OR 3 years supervisory experience in an industrial manufacturing environment outside of BASF.
- Show strong personal commitment to building and maintaining a safety culture.
- Demonstrate coaching and leadership skills, tact, and the ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Have computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, as well as commitment to continuous improvement of computer skills when required.
- Possess good problem solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to quickly address and resolve equipment, process, and people issues.
At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call
you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
Just some of the many benefits we offer include:
- Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
- Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
- Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
- Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
- Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
- Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
- Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
- Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
- Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!
About Us
As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!
At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.
Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF
Privacy statement
BASF takes security & data privacy very seriously. We will never request financial information of any kind via email, private text message or direct message on any social medial platform or job board. Furthermore, we will never send a candidate a check for equipment or request any type of payment during the job application process. If you have experienced any of the above, please contact Careers.NorthAmerica@basf.com to report fraud.
Equal employment opportunities
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.