Production Day Supervisor - Trainer - Kuraray America

Title: Production Day Supervisor - Trainer

Location: Pasadena, TX

Who we are:

Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI) is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 31 countries and employs more than 11,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.

Why Kuraray:

Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.

As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.

Position summary:

The Day Supervisor/Process Trainer will give support to the shift supervisors and the process technicians to accomplish company objectives efficiently and safely. Monitor the process and make any necessary process changes needed to maintain operating parameters within specification. Update and maintain all standard operating procedures, training manuals and MOC's for the production department. Provide classroom and on-the-job training to all four shifts for all areas of the plant and administer initial and re-qualification testing for each area.

Responsibilities:

• Update all standard operating procedures, training material (training manual, area-specific training manuals, MOC's and process change information) and conduct classroom and on-the-job training for process technicians.
• Administer initial qualification and re-qualification tests for each process area.
• Develop and maintain the process knowledge of the employees to achieve company and department objectives safely with minimal process
• Utilize process knowledge and outside consultants to validate area tests and develop the testing program.
• Support and assist the shift supervisors and process technicians in the production of PVOH.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, company, and departmental Safety and Environmental guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Minimize injuries and spills/releases.
• Ensure compliance with regulations on safety/environmental issues.
• Develop and maintain plant personnel skills and know how

Minimum Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 7 Years Polymer Plant Experience, Polymer Processing and DCS Experience (Yokogawa preferred)
• Ability to manage digital tools (GoPlant, Voovio, E-EPAS, Shift Connector)
• Experience training individuals one on one and in a group setting.
• Experience in chemical plant equipment (distillation columns, heat exchangers, pumps, instrumentation systems, continuous stirred tanks reactors)
• Experience in the operation of chemical plant equipment (such as distillation columns, heat exchangers, pumps, instrumentation systems, and continuous stirred tank reactors) is required
• Knowledge of polymer reactions, handling highly viscous solutions, plant support systems, pneumatic conveying of solids, azeotropic distillation, product dryers.
• PVOH experience a plus
• Proficient experience in MS Excel and SAP
• Outstanding verbal and written communication, presentation, interpersonal, creative thinking, consulting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize work to manage multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving/decision-making skills.
• Ability to multi-task
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license.

Competencies:

• Customer Focus
  • Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Business Insight
  • Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
• Cultivates Innovation
  • Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.

• Action Oriented
  • Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ensures Accountability
  • Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives Results
  • Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstance
• Collaborates
  • Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Values Difference
  • Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Communicates Effectively
  • Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Courage
  • Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
• Instills Trust
  • Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Situational Adaptability
  • Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. This program is designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with corporate and team performance.

Our employees benefit from a robust healthcare package that includes wellness reimbursements, along with generous perks such as three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Please apply online at: http://www.kuraray.us.com/careers/

Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer AA M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

No third-party candidates accepted.