Production Supervisor

ABOUT US: The BASF Ireland Site based in Cork manufacturers speciality chemicals used in the mining industry for the solvent extraction of minerals from their ore bodies. 

At BASF, the chemistry is right. Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking and on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leading a team of Production operators and service personnel to ensure that the department operates to best practice in a continuous improvement environment
• Work in conjunction with the Day Production Supervisor on process optimization, troubleshooting and production related projects 
• Assist the Production Manager with daily responsibilities 
• Permit writing within the Production department 
• Asset effectiveness and SAP data collection and analysis 
• Training, development and management of shift production personnel 
• Supervise shift team(s) and ensure compliance with all BASF policies and procedures 

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years experience working in a Technical Production Environment (e.g. Refinery, Chemical or Process Manufacturing)
• A level 7 in a Bachelor of Science/ Engineering or relevant qualification, (Chemical Production linked or a related technical discipline)
• Supervisory experience desirable, although not mandatory
• Demonstrated command of the English language, both oral and written
• EHS specific topics (e.g. occupation safety, process safety, Hazard Identification Risk Assessments and Standard Operating Procedures)
• Production processes (e.g. Machinery)
• Microsoft Office, Asset Effectiveness and SAP
• Team leading skills
• Ability to understand technical information and documentation 

Closing date: 18th October 2024