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Job Title: Shift Supervisor
Location: Savli, India

Company: Corteva
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Chemical, Pesticide and Fertilizer
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
Job Description:

Job Overview:

We are seeking a proactive and responsible Shift In-Charge to oversee the smooth and safe operations of our Herbicide facility during assigned shifts. This role demands strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

     Qualification, Skills & Experience:

  •  DEE (Diploma Electrical Engineering)
  •  5+ years of experience in chemical plant operations, preferably in herbicide or agrochemical manufacturing (Formulation & Packaging) will be preferred
  •  Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  •  Sound knowledge of safety protocols, quality systems, and permit-to-work systems.
  •  Ability to work in rotational shifts and handle emergency situations confidently.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage all plant operations during the shift, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance.
  • Act as the Incident Commander during off-office hours, with full authority over site activities.
  • Ensure adherence to SOPs, SOC limits, and product quality standards.
  • Issue and manage work permits and job plans as required.
  • Guide and support the shift team in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
  • Take corrective actions for any deviations in safety or quality.
  • Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members effectively.
  • Maintain clear communication across shifts and ensure accurate shift handovers.
  • Conduct safety toolbox meetings and ensure compliance with safe work practices.
  • Review and update shift logbooks and production boards.
  • Monitor raw material and packaging material consumption and waste generation.
  • Ensure the plant is never left unmanned during breaks.
  • Stay informed on cross-functional operations and contamination prevention protocols.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, JCC, PSM, CP).
  • Uphold operational discipline and support best practices at the site level.

Shift Team Leader/Formulation-Packing shift team member

  • Conduct Safety Toolbox Meetings at the start of each shift.
  • Perform thorough shift handovers, reviewing the last three shift reports as per DPS standards.
  • Ensure accuracy between shift report logs and actual shop floor activities.
  • Inspect and maintain cleanliness of PPE and ensure proper housekeeping in the formulation area.
  • Manage raw material availability and ensure proper storage and handling.
  • Execute batch processing as per SOPs and log formulation data for OEE tracking.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with contamination prevention (CP) and environmental standards.
  • Oversee hazardous and non-hazardous waste handling and storage as per GPCB norms.
  • Conduct safety shower inspections and plant patrols at the start of each shift.
  • Collect retainer samples for every batch and track batch yield to minimize losses.
  • Ensure plant is never left unmanned during breaks and manage contract workforce shift changes.
  • Maintain and update all plant-related boards (Daily Production, Shift Performance, Emergency, DPSQCM).
  • Address and report any incidents, near misses, or breakdowns within defined timelines.
  • Participate in Kaizen, JCC, PSM, CP, and SBT activities.
  • Prepare and manage work permits and job plans during the shift.
  • Submit surveys, Workday goals, and attend all scheduled safety trainings and MCMs.
  • Ensure all materials are stored properly with strapping and no floor storage.
  • Lead safe and timely cleanouts during product changeovers.
  • Control cross-area manpower movement as per CP recommendations.
  • Ensure compliance with all Level 4 documentation and validation requirements.

Responsibility for Packing Operation.

  • Manage online rework and address packing material rejections promptly.
  • Ensure compliance with Contamination Prevention (CP) protocols.
  • Conduct BRC checks and maintain packing quality standards.
  • Report abnormalities observed during operations or plant patrols.
  • Conduct Safety Toolbox Meetings at the start of each shift.
  • Review previous three shift reports and ensure accurate shift handovers.
  • Verify alignment between shift reports and actual shop floor activities.
  • Ensure PPE cleanliness and readiness; maintain PPE storage areas.
  • Oversee housekeeping and hygiene in the packing line area.
  • Inspect and segregate online supplier rejections; log all observations.
  • Execute packing operations as per SOPs and suggest improvements when needed.
  • Handle hazardous and non-hazardous waste transfer from the packing area.
  • Maintain Level 4 documentation and ensure proper material storage practices.
  • Update SBT boards and monitor OEE data and downtime using software tools.
  • Ensure safety and compliance for all contract workers; manage shift changeovers.
  • Address and report incidents, near misses, and breakdowns within defined timelines.
  • Maintain stock of packing materials and critical spares.
  • Perform online packing quality checks (sealing, temperature, leakage, weight, etc.).
  • Ensure timely and safe product changeovers and cleanouts.
  • Participate in Kaizen, JCC, PSM, CP, and SBT initiatives.
  • Prepare work permits and job plans as needed during shifts.
  • Submit surveys and Workday goals on time; attend all scheduled trainings and meetings.
  • Promote a strong culture of safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement.
  • Maintain and update all plant-related boards and documentation (digital and physical).
  • Communicate maintenance issues and log them in the MDT action folder.
  • Demonstrate strong presentation and soft skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  • Knowledge on DG (Power generator change over process)

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Job Post Date: 09/10/25
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