Pilot Plant Supervisor (Columbia, MD)

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$87-105K/year Job Description The Pilot Plant Supervisor is part of the Polyolefin and Chemical Catalysts Process Technology team. They work at Grace corporate headquarters in Columbia, MD, providing front-line supervision of the Polyolefin and Chemical Catalysts pilot units. The position includes direct management of several pilot plant scales of operation, and all related peripheral operations, including direct supervision of the technicians (currently six) who staff and maintain these units. The position mandate will be to ensure that the pilot plants operate safely and efficiently, that on-stream metrics are established and targets met, and that all operations are carried out in accordance with Columbia site and Grace Corporate requirements, including all regulatory requirements (Department of Homeland Security, Environmental Protection Agency and Maryland Department of the Environment). The Pilot Plant Supervisor is an on-site role in Columbia, MD. Responsibilities Compliance with all Environmental, Health and Safety requirements, training, policies and procedures. Attend a variety of safety meetings and discussions. Lead all aspects of operation and maintenance of the pilot plants, including staffing assignment, resource allocation and coordination of both critical and preventive maintenance. In-depth knowledge of the Grace Critical Life Safety program and Safe Work Authorization program Coordinate contractor visits, including Safe Work Authorization and permitting. Leading and driving cultural change by influencing and gaining support from technicians, engineers and leaders of the PCC organization while enacting cultural and process improvements. Participate in the development of short and long-term pilot plant schedules Maintain proficiency with Grace software that affects the operation of the pilot units, including the

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procurement system, Accolade Capital Project Management system, Enablon Management of Change software and EMAINT maintenance management. Diagnose and solve process technical problems, help identify the root cause of process deviations and failures and establish and track metrics related to such failures. Routinely work near hazardous chemicals and various organic and air sensitive materials, in both electrically classified and unclassified areas, while understanding their nuances and requirements. Read and understand safety data sheets, environmental or incident reports, process operating instructions, P&ID's, Job Safety Analysis forms, etc. Good written and oral communication skills, prepare Standard Operating Procedures, technical explanations and guidelines as requested. Understand corporate and work unit goals and objectives and manage maintenance and capital programs in a manner to achieve such goals. Lead capital projects, oversee the inventory of critical spare parts and solicit equipment and material price quotes as needed. Display the ability to supervise and develop other Grace employees, and to work closely with contractors and site leadership to accomplish capital and maintenance goals. Occasionally lead tours of the pilot plant facility (internal and external). Prepare, coordinate and conduct periodic training, including Critical Life Safety training Physical Requirements and Environment Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials Ability to work in a high hazard environment, including adverse weather conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and noisy surroundings. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft. Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials Required Qualifications High School Diploma Demonstrated mechanical experience with equipment set-up and minor maintenance. Experience drafting and understanding technical documents Experience with various computers systems, navigate and utilize MS Office. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering Experience in a manufacturing setting Experience in handling pyrophoric and/or organic materials