Plant Shift Supervisor

About the role

Sika Philippines Inc is seeking an experienced Plant Shift Supervisor to join our manufacturing operations in Taguig City, Metro Manila. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our production facilities during assigned shifts. As Plant Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, leading production teams, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring that production targets and quality requirements are consistently met. This role is instrumental in driving operational excellence and contributing to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality products to our customers.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate production activities during assigned shifts, ensuring all operations run smoothly and efficiently
• Monitor production schedules and ensure targets are met within the specified timeframes
• Lead and motivate production team members, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback
• Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures and regulations across the facility
• Conduct regular safety briefings and toolbox talks to maintain a safety-conscious work environment
• Inspect equipment and machinery to identify maintenance needs and report issues to maintenance teams
• Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with quality standards and specifications
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished products on shift
• Investigate and document incidents, near-misses, and accidents, implementing corrective actions as needed
• Communicate effectively with other shift supervisors, management, and relevant departments to ensure continuity of operations
• Maintain accurate records of production, quality, and safety metrics
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiency

What we're looking for

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Industrial Engineering, preferably with a professional license where applicable, with strong knowledge of chemical manufacturing, production operations, and process safety management.
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years of supervisory experience in a chemical manufacturing, cement, specialty chemicals or similar process industry environment.
• Proven experience in leading production teams, managing plant operations, monitoring KPIs, troubleshooting process issues, and ensuring product quality and operational efficiency.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, Warehouse and Supply Chain teams.
• Willing to work on a rotating shift schedule (day, mid, and night shifts), including weekends and holidays when required, and capable of responding to operational emergencies or critical plant requirements.