SHIFT SUPERVISOR, PROCTOR, WV, USA – #5770

IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is seeking a SHIFT SUPERVISOR for a client in Proctor, WV| Petrochemicals & Fine Chemicals.

Overview

A global fine chemical processing leader is seeking a hands-on, technically strong Shift Supervisor to lead plant operations at its Proctor, WV facility. This is not a passive supervisory role—this position requires a strategic thinker and decisive troubleshooter who can lead from the front and drive operational excellence in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.

Who Thrives Here

You’re a technically sharp operator-turned-leader (or seasoned supervisor) who understands chemical plant operations at a deep level. You’re equally comfortable diagnosing root causes on the floor as you are coaching operators and enforcing safety, compliance, and performance standards.

Why This Opportunity

This role offers high visibility and real operational impact. You’ll lead critical plant operations, shape team capability, and influence safety and efficiency outcomes in a complex, continuous process environment—ideal for someone looking to step into a more strategic, leadership-driven role without losing technical depth.

*This is a 100% on-site role.

24/7 plant operations with rotating shift schedule

Compensation target: $120,000 – $135,000/year

 

Key Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

• Lead a shift team to execute plant operations safely, efficiently, and collaboratively
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Monitor plant conditions and ensure adherence to operating procedures and safety protocols

Technical Troubleshooting & Problem Solving

• Diagnose and resolve operational issues, distinguishing between mechanical and process-related problems
• Provide real-time guidance to operators on corrective actions
• Identify improvement opportunities and escalate recommendations to management

Training & Team Development

• Train, coach, and develop Process Operators to improve technical capability and consistency
• Assess operator performance and identify skill gaps
• Reinforce adherence to procedures and plant standards

Maintenance & Coordination

• Support maintenance and contractor activities by helping prioritize work and allocate operator support
• Assist with autonomous maintenance activities
• Prepare and oversee permits (safe work, hot work, confined space)

Safety, Environmental & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Support and reinforce site training programs
• Lead emergency preparedness and response readiness

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate shift logs, including operational issues and resolutions
• Utilize computer systems to monitor and control process operations

Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in:
  • Chemical processing
  • Power generation
  • Hazardous materials operations
• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• Strong troubleshooting, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Solid understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Mechanical aptitude (pumps, compressors, boilers, heat exchangers)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• 24/7 plant operations with rotating shift schedule
• Combination of control room and field work
• Exposure to:
  • Extreme weather conditions
  • Noise, chemicals, vapors
  • Active industrial equipment
• Physical requirements include:
  • Walking, standing, climbing ladders/stairs
  • Lifting up to 50 lbs
  • Use of PPE including respirators (fit test required)

 

Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply today in confidence by sending your resume as a MS Document to us at:  info@indemand.ca.

ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

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