Maintenance / Safety Supervisor - Somerset, NJ
Job Title: Maintenance / Safety Supervisor
Somerset, NJ, US
On-Site
The Maintenance/Safety Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all maintenance, facility work, and repairs to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the site during a 5-day, 16-hour shift. This role supervises maintenance technicians and is accountable for work planning, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as dsm-firmenich’s Life Saving Rules (LSRs). The Supervisor will work closely with the Safety Manager to implement safety protocols, conduct risk assessments, provide training, monitor compliance, and investigate safety incidents.
At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.
Your key responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the site operations and detailed processes and ensure key risks are well-understood and mitigated through the site Management System and action plans. Ensure all contractors are current with the company’s Safety Training and other requirements.
- Coordinate maintenance planning by working with production to develop a schedule and ensure feasibility. Act as Maintenance Buyer to manage the “Kitting” for planned work.
- Develop and execute capital and maintenance projects, including preparing capital requests (as necessary) and soliciting bids and overseeing project.
- Keep records for all permits and certifications for all equipment, utilities, and calibration records. Manages facility and grounds maintenance requirements and responds to repair needs.
- Work with Maintenance Technician and Production to develop the maintenance strategy for all assets. Work with Project Leads to ensure all changes are made to the maintenance strategy and maintenance system before capital projects are implemented.
We bring
- Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
- Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
- Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.
- Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.
- Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.
You bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline
- 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on maintenance and chemicals
- Strong technical and computer skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present information effectively.
- Familiarity with root cause analysis and risk assessment methodologies
- Experience in planning and scheduling work tasks.
- Knowledge of health and safety practices and regulatory requirements
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.
- Ability to thrive and remain agile in a fast-paced work setting.
dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.
As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.
Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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About dsm-firmenich
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.
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