Trinseo is a different kind of global materials company - at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders. Our culture is built on passion and innovation.

A career at Trinseo presents a unique opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment. Helping customers solve their most complex material challenges is the reason we come to work each day. We are seeking innovative thinkers - ready to tackle any challenge and passionate about delivering value.

As a global materials solutions provider focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our customers, we need people to feel respected and included so they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We strive to create workplaces that reflect all communities and customers we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. That's why we're fully committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experience to drive us forward every day.

The PM Production Supervisor reports directly to the Operations Leader - Resins. Direct reports include 5-8 hourly operators. Responsible for all functions of personnel and operations management related to day-to-day staffing and production issues of the PM unit.

Position Schedule:

12 hour shifts, 7 AM - 7 PM
• Working 7 Days out of 14 Days, every 2 weeks
• Every other weekend off
• Rotating Day/Night shifts
• Example Schedule over 14 day span
  • Wednesday - Day Shift
  • Thursday/Friday - Off
  • Saturday/Sunday/Monday - Night Shift
  • Tuesday/Wednesday - Off
  • Thursday/Friday - Day Shift
  • Saturday/Sunday/Monday - Off
  • Tuesday - Night Shift

• Ensure safe operation of the PM unit and that all safety policies/ practices are followed by operations personnel.
• Support full compliance of all safety related regulatory requirements including: OSHA, PSM, RMP, VPP and Company policies and programs.
• Ensure timely completion of investigations and completion of actions generated from HES programs.
• Support full environmental compliance and optimal environmental performance; ensure that all best practices are followed by Operations personnel.
• Direct supervision of production employees; motivates workforce for high productivity.
• Responsible for efficient use of the work force, including the scheduling of OT as needed to ensure adequate staffing and to control costs.
• Ensures employees attend required Safety meetings and remain up to date on training requirements.
• Maximize operational efficiencies by ensuring production units are run at optimum operating conditions.
• Minimize unit downtime by defining priorities with maintenance; assist in cost reduction by ensuring good coordination between maintenance and operations.
• Propose/implement improvements to drive unit continuous improvements.
• Participate and support implementation of all projects that involve the unit operations.
• Abides by terms of the collective Bargaining Agreement; properly conducts bidding and polling and responds to grievances; resolving differences with union leadership.
• Supports BBS process by preforming observations and encourages employee participation.
• Write and issue Safe Work Permits for contractors, maintenance staff and others. Ensure provisions of the Safe Work Permit are followed and all work is completed safely.
• Supports Loss Control policy, ISO 9001 and OHSAS 18001 management systems.
• Provide initial onsite Emergency Response leadership during any incidents at the facility.
• Provide support for all areas of the plant on nights and weekends.
• All other duties as assigned
• Complies with all external regulatory requirements, industry best practices and internal policies.
• Available to support continuous plant operations as needed.
• Ability to wear Personnel Protective Equipment such as a respirator.
• Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements
• Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Trinseo.
• Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents

• 5+ years of Manufacturing experience
• 3+ years of Production Supervisory experience
• 2+ years of Chemical or Refining industry experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of MS Office
• SAP experience preferred

Diversity And Inclusion

With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity.