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Florida Crystals Corporation Specialty Process Supervisor in Arabi, Louisiana
ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England and Portugal. ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize. The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.
OVERVIEW
The Specialty Process Supervisor will direct all activities of the entire refining process of cane sugar including the receipt of liquid materials, ensuring quality standards are met through the efficient use of energy (fuel and steam), water, air, and electric power.
DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintains standard production rates while ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory and quality standards
Leads assigned teams in the continuous improvement process
Achieves results through subordinates in a unionized environment
WORK EXPERIENCES
Five years of experience in a chemical processing, pharmaceutical or food manufacturing plant as a process/production supervisor or related experience is desired
Previous experience supervising union personnel is preferred
Experience with and demonstrated success in leading operational excellence/continuous improvement efforts is also preferred
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree is strongly preferred in an engineering, science, or business related field is
Concentration in chemical engineering, physics, or related science field is preferred
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Responsible for the supervision of 20 to 30 union hourly employees
ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)
Quantifiable leadership skills
Ability to train others
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work overtime and rotating shifts
Proficient with Word, Excel, and Outlook
Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices
Proficiency with SAP is preferred
LOCATION OF ROLE
Chalmette, LA
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.