Who are we?
At Calumet we deliver innovative specialty products trusted by companies across the globe. We are the foundation to everyday essential products that help millions of people live and thrive. We are headquartered in Indianapolis and have numerous production locations in the US. We are customer focused and utilize our values of collaboration and entrepreneurship to grow the business. We offer a dynamic, high-performance environment where team members can have real input and impact on our business. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, treat the business as if it is your own and add value accordingly, come see why we’re Calumet Proud!
PURPOSE:
The Area Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating specific unit and area operations at the Princeton site. There are three specific areas/zones in the plant established for individual Supervision:
- General plant (Primary Crude unit, Clay Unit, Final Distillation Unit).
- Hydrocal Complex (Hydrogen Generation Unit, Hydrotreater, Amines Unit and Sulfur Recovery Unit), Utilities and Wastewater.
- Loading Operations
Plant Operators in defined plant areas/zones will report through this position. This role also provides process expertise, technical knowledge, and support to the operations of the Process units and Utilities.
This role is responsible for ensuring all HSE requirements for each assigned areas of the plant are met, product quality meets specifications, production schedules are executed, and maintenance activities are coordinated with operations to ensure mechanical integrity and maximum plant reliability.
This position is a key member of the site staff and expected to interact with plant personnel to solve problems and make substantial decisions to effect improvement in assigned areas of the refinery. Area Supervisors will also be responsible relief Shift Supervisor duties as needed.
KEY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintains execution of operating plan in area within defined limits.
- Drives quality, yield, and energy optimization in defined areas/zones.
- Performs payroll and scheduling of employees in assigned area/zone.
- Maintains procedures for specific areas/zones.
- Monitors Key process Variables (KPVs) and advises team of actions needed.
- Ensure team members follow operating procedures to ensure product quality is consistent and meets specifications.
- Owner of process operating envelope for safe, compliant, and reliable production in assigned area/zone.
- Works with Process, Safety and Reliability groups to develop SOLs for area and monitors compliance.
- Owner of assigned area incident investigations and participates in PHAs.
- Routinely audits area housekeeping and crew safety (procedures, safe work permitting, etc.).
- Performs area safety audits and safety team meetings.
- Assures execution of process and water treatment programs in defined areas/zones.
- Verifies maintenance PMs are executed on schedule.
- Operations/Maintenance Coordinator for the area/zone assigned.
- Focus on initiative-taking ways to achieve HSE goals for reducing injuries, spills, permit deviations, etc.
- Owner of area/zone Environmental and Title V incidents for investigation and correction.
- Ensure all safety work permits issued comply with Safe Work procedures.
- Any other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:
- High School Diploma.
- 5 years’ experience as an Operator, Shift Supervisor or in support of manufacturing units.
- Proficiency in Office Suite software
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCES:
- Bachelor’s degree, Business Administration, or related field
- 8+ years’ experience preferred as an Operator, Shift Supervisor or in support of manufacturing units.
COMPETENCIES:
- Demonstration of Calumet Values – Safety, Environment & Social Responsibility, Teamwork, Ownership, Passion for Customers, and Excellence
- Detailed-Orientation
- Time management skill including planning skills, delegation, goal setting and prioritization skills.
- Strong decision-making skills and critical thinking skills.
- Candidate must be highly organized, initiative-taking, and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Able to multitask and manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication, time management and interpersonal skills.
- Capability and willingness to supervise employees and hold them accountable.
- Conceptual Thinker.
Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer including disability and veteran and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact our HR team at
[email protected]. Requests for accommodations will not impact hiring decisions, and all information provided will be kept confidential.
All offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test
