Shift supervisor

Job Overview

We are seeking a proactive and responsible Shift In-Charge to oversee the smooth and safe operations of our Herbicide facility during assigned shifts. This role demands strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Qualification, Skills & Experience

• DEE (Diploma Electrical Engineering)
• 5+ years of experience in chemical plant operations, preferably in herbicide or agrochemical manufacturing (Formulation & Packaging) will be preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Sound knowledge of safety protocols, quality systems, and permit-to-work systems.
• Ability to work in rotational shifts and handle emergency situations confidently.
  
  

• Lead and manage all plant operations during the shift, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance.
• Act as the Incident Commander during off-office hours, with full authority over site activities.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, SOC limits, and product quality standards.
• Issue and manage work permits and job plans as required.
• Guide and support the shift team in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
• Take corrective actions for any deviations in safety or quality.
• Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members effectively.
• Maintain clear communication across shifts and ensure accurate shift handovers.
• Conduct safety toolbox meetings and ensure compliance with safe work practices.
• Review and update shift logbooks and production boards.
• Monitor raw material and packaging material consumption and waste generation.
• Ensure the plant is never left unmanned during breaks.
• Stay informed on cross-functional operations and contamination prevention protocols.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, JCC, PSM, CP).
• Uphold operational discipline and support best practices at the site level.
  
  

• Conduct Safety Toolbox Meetings at the start of each shift.
• Perform thorough shift handovers, reviewing the last three shift reports as per DPS standards.
• Ensure accuracy between shift report logs and actual shop floor activities.
• Inspect and maintain cleanliness of PPE and ensure proper housekeeping in the formulation area.
• Manage raw material availability and ensure proper storage and handling.
• Execute batch processing as per SOPs and log formulation data for OEE tracking.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with contamination prevention (CP) and environmental standards.
• Oversee hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling and storage as per GPCB norms.
• Conduct safety shower inspections and plant patrols at the start of each shift.
• Collect retainer samples for every batch and track batch yield to minimize losses.
• Ensure plant is never left unmanned during breaks and manage contract workforce shift changes.
• Maintain and update all plant-related boards (Daily Production, Shift Performance, Emergency, DPSQCM).
• Address and report any incidents, near misses, or breakdowns within defined timelines.
• Participate in Kaizen, JCC, PSM, CP, and SBT activities.
• Prepare and manage work permits and job plans during the shift.
• Submit surveys, Workday goals, and attend all scheduled safety trainings and MCMs.
• Ensure all materials are stored properly with strapping and no floor storage.
• Lead safe and timely cleanouts during product changeovers.
• Control cross-area manpower movement as per CP recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with all Level 4 documentation and validation requirements.
  
  

• Manage online rework and address packing material rejections promptly.
• Ensure compliance with Contamination Prevention (CP) protocols.
• Conduct BRC checks and maintain packing quality standards.
• Report abnormalities observed during operations or plant patrols.
• Conduct Safety Toolbox Meetings at the start of each shift.
• Review previous three shift reports and ensure accurate shift handovers.
• Verify alignment between shift reports and actual shop floor activities.
• Ensure PPE cleanliness and readiness; maintain PPE storage areas.
• Oversee housekeeping and hygiene in the packing line area.
• Inspect and segregate online supplier rejections; log all observations.
• Execute packing operations as per SOPs and suggest improvements when needed.
• Handle hazardous and non-hazardous waste transfer from the packing area.
• Maintain Level 4 documentation and ensure proper material storage practices.
• Update SBT boards and monitor OEE data and downtime using software tools.
• Ensure safety and compliance for all contract workers; manage shift changeovers.
• Address and report incidents, near misses, and breakdowns within defined timelines.
• Maintain stock of packing materials and critical spares.
• Perform online packing quality checks (sealing, temperature, leakage, weight, etc.).
• Ensure timely and safe product changeovers and cleanouts.
• Participate in Kaizen, JCC, PSM, CP, and SBT initiatives.
• Prepare work permits and job plans as needed during shifts.
• Submit surveys and Workday goals on time; attend all scheduled trainings and meetings.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain and update all plant-related boards and documentation (digital and physical).
• Communicate maintenance issues and log them in the MDT action folder.
• Demonstrate strong presentation and soft skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Knowledge on DG (Power generator change over process)