Site Shift Supervisor
Stalybridge, ENG, GB, SK15 1PH
Site Shift Supervisor - About the Role
We’re looking for a confident and capable Site Shift Supervisor to oversee site operations during allocated shifts and act as the Emergency Duty Manager when required. This is a key leadership role, ensuring the site runs safely, efficiently, and in line with operational standards.
You’ll be the senior point of contact during your shift, responsible for leading teams, managing incidents, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise site operations during your shift, ensuring safety, quality, and performance targets are met.
- Act as Emergency Duty Manager, taking charge of any incidents and coordinating appropriate responses.
- Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and internal procedures.
- Provide clear leadership and support to shift teams, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Liaise with other departments and external stakeholders to resolve operational issues.
- Complete accurate shift reports, incident logs, and handovers.
- Support training and development activities, including occasional cover using reserved hours.
What we offer
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Structured shift pattern with generous time off.
- Opportunities for training and career development.
- A supportive team environment where safety and leadership are valued.
About You
- Experience in a supervisory or leadership role within an operational, manufacturing, or industrial setting.
- Strong understanding of emergency response and incident management.
- Excellent communication and decision-making skills, especially under pressure.
- Ability to lead and motivate teams across day and night shifts.
- Knowledge of health & safety and environmental compliance.
Desirable Qualifications
- NEBOSH or IOSH certification.
- First Aid and Fire Marshal training.
- Experience in chemical, energy, or heavy industry sectors.
Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 22 global manufacturing locations and over 2,500 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.
We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.