Production Supervisor-Fermentation
- Post Date:9th September 2024
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Job Description
The BASF Agricultural Specialities Limited production site in Littlehampton, produces industry leading biological pest control products formulated from beneficial nematodes. These products are used by farmers and growers across the globe in agricultural, protected ornamental and home and garden markets.
RESPONSIBILITIES
As Production Supervisor (Fermentation) your responsibilities will include:
- Direct line leadership for Fermentation Technicians and operators including performance assessment & development.
- Responsible for overseeing and managing operational tasks in production (fermentation area) and infrastructure (boilers, compressed air systems, generators, and chillers).
- Responsible for ensuring ESHQ compliance in the fermentation and infrastructure areas including conducting risk assessments and preparing SOPs (standard operating procedures).
- Prioritize and plan operational tasks, including authorising vacation time and assigning tasks to production employees to ensure efficient and stable production.
- Leading problem-solving activities (e.g. A3) and troubleshooting activities.
Please note: This is a hands on role and will include operation of equipment. On call duties are also required.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Educated to A Level standard (including at least one science subject) or BTEC National or other equivalent qualification (Engineering/Bio Technology or similar). A good standard of math is also required (minimum GCSE Grade 5).
- Demonstrable experience working in a manufacturing environment. This includes a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role, indicating the ability to lead and manage a team effectively. In addition to mechanical aptitude and a good understanding of machinery and equipment, such as pumps, mixers, and valves. Familiarity with Lean/modern manufacturing principles would also be advantageous.
- Able to work without close supervision, demonstrating self-motivation and independence. In addition to excellent interpersonal relationship skills, to motivate and influence teams and individuals effectively.
- Capable of working accurately and quickly in a time-targeted and high-pressure environment. Possessing the ability to write and follow procedures, demonstrating good attention to detail. Computer literacy is also essential for the position.
BENEFITS
Responsibility from day one in a challenging work environment and “on-the-job” training as part of a committed team.
At BASF we offer a total package which includes not only an attractive salary and bonus but also benefits including a defined contribution pension scheme; a share scheme; private healthcare and life insurance to name a few. We are happy to talk flexible working.
We believe that diversity and inclusion make the difference. Only when people with diverse backgrounds come together, contribute their various experiences and attitudes, and look at challenges from different perspectives, will creative innovations and ground-breaking solutions be created. We celebrate diversity and we actively promote an inclusive work environment. In the UK we have an active Diversity & Inclusion Strategy Action Group and work closely with external partner Inclusive Employers. We are an equal opportunities employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard or reference to age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status and other protected characteristics. For more information please visit: https://www.basf.com/gb/en/careers/why-join-basf/basf-locally.html
Location: Littlehampton
Closing Date: 15.09.2024
ABOUT US
Operating in the UK since 1880, BASF currently has 11 locations across the UK, from Littlehampton on the South Coast of England to Callanish on the Isle of Lewis in Scotland. Our UK headquarters are in Stockport, Greater Manchester and that’s where our sales and services teams are based. From our six manufacturing sites across the UK, we supply raw materials to most industries including agriculture, automotive, chemicals, construction, energy and pharmaceuticals. You can find out a bit more about where over 700 people from our amazing BASF team work here https://www.basf.com/gb/en/who-we-are/BASF-in-the-United-Kingdom.html