## Key Role Overview We are seeking an experienced production supervisor to lead technical and organizational management within the Powders and Fluids (P&F) area. The role ensures compliance with plant operating procedures, regulatory standards, and company directives while collaborating with process engineers to drive safety, quality, reliability, and continuous improvement. This is an on-site role requiring presence five days per week, Monday through Friday. ## Key Responsibilities - Lead and inspire the operations team to run plant operations, fostering a strong company culture focused on safety, quality, environmental compliance and continuous improvement. - Schedule and oversee maintenance activities to guarantee reliability and efficiency of facilities and equipment and to keep emission control systems running smoothly. - Apply safety procedures, including issuing and verifying high-risk work permits for confined spaces, hot work, and work at height. - Implement Management of Change (MOC) for all plant and process modifications and ensure operational procedures are current, accessible, and followed by staff. - Analyze incidents and near-misses, drive corrective and preventive actions, and coordinate incident investigations and learning. - Act as the designated Safety Officer (Preposto) under Legislative Decree 81/2008: supervise adherence to safety procedures, monitor use of protective equipment, and report hazards or deficiencies to management. - Lead employee training and development programs to ensure technical and safety competence across the team. - Collaborate on plant optimization initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance reliability. - Maintain inventory accuracy and proper raw material usage through FIFO and scheduled counts; coordinate with warehouse functions. - Promote a culture of quality and compliance, coordinating with QA/QC for audits and improvements and perform other duties as assigned. ## Required Qualifications - Chemical technician diploma or equivalent technical diploma. - At least 5 years' experience in chemical production or in a similar role supporting department management/resource coordination. - Knowledge of workplace safety regulations (Legislative Decree 81/2008) and HSE procedures. - Operational plant management skills covering production parameters, quality, safety, and environmental impact. - Skills in emergency management and issuance/verification of high-risk work permits (confined spaces, hot work, work at height). - Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities including operator coordination, training, and skills development. - Organizational skills for shift planning, maintenance coordination, and warehouse management. - Knowledge of Lo. To (Lockout/Tagout) and Management of Change (MOC) procedures. - Availability for after-hours emergencies. ## Preferred Qualifications - Degree in chemical, environmental, or mechanical engineering. - Experience in complex or high-risk plants subject to Seveso regulations. - Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (5S/Lean) and problem-solving/incident analysis (Cause Mapping). - Intermediate English language skills. - Digital and Industry 4.0 skills: knowledge of MES and ERP (SAP) systems, data analysis tools (Excel), digital document management, automation aptitude, and awareness of industrial cybersecurity. ## Compensation & Benefits - Salary range: Not specified in posting. - Key benefits: competitive total rewards and development programs, inclusive culture, diverse career opportunities, focus on employee well-being and professional growth. ## Additional Information - Work arrangement: On-site presence five days per week (Monday through Friday) at the Termoli, Italy site. - Applicants must submit an application and be of legal working age as defined by local law; offers may be conditioned upon successful completion of pre-employment checks as permitted by law. - Momentive is an equal opportunity employer and currently not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms or agencies.