Acidulation Supervisor - Valley Products

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For over 75 years, Valley Products has partnered with companies worldwide to navigate compliance challenges, solve production issues, and deliver industry-leading products that delight customers. Our base chemistries offer a safer, more environmentally friendly, and human-friendly alternative to synthetic fluids.

Valley Products - Acidulation Supervisor

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Acidulation Supervisor to oversee our Acidulation Department's operations. This role is crucial in ensuring that production schedules are met, raw materials are properly managed, and that our processes maintain high levels of efficiency and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production management, with the ability to lead a team and optimize operations within the department.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develop and manage acidulation production schedules based on customer priorities and inventory levels, ensuring maximum productivity.
2. Collaborate with the Contract Administrator and other departments to coordinate the order and scheduling of inbound raw materials (including Sulfuric, Constil, and Wastewater) to the appropriate locations.
3. Schedule the loading of finished oils and skimming's onto tank wagons and railcars.
4. Oversee the wastewater neutralization process to ensure it is mechanically sound and that daily wastewater discharge complies with established procedures and specifications.
5. Communicate maintenance needs to the Maintenance Supervisor, ensuring adequate lead times and flexibility in maintenance scheduling.
6. Conduct monthly physical inventory of the Acidulation Department and provide reports to the Accounting Department.
7. Work closely with the Operation Manager to address any operational concerns and continuously evaluate production equipment and methods for efficiency.
8. Recommend process improvements, personnel adjustments, or equipment upgrades to enhance efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.
9. Perform all processing operations within the Acidulation Department as needed, demonstrating the ability to execute any related tasks.
10. Maintain high standards of housekeeping by conducting weekly audits.
11. Undertake any additional duties as assigned by the Operation Manager.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in production or operations management, preferably in a chemical or industrial setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational and scheduling abilities.
• Familiarity with wastewater neutralization processes and inventory management.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues efficiently.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with various departments.