Shift Supervisor
13 hours ago
Sevilla
About Catalyxx We are a proven and innovative company developing biobased green chemistry to produce n-butanol, n-hexanol and an n-Octanol mixture that range from Carbon negative to Carbon neutral for a broad range of sustainable applications and markets. Our catalysts help industrial clients around the World to decarbonize their products. At Catalyxx, we combine bio feedstock with a petrochemical process to produce identical chemicals… only better. Catalyxx transforms bioethanol into drop-in, cost-competitive, carbon-negative chemicals. We enable our customers to de-risk their supply chain and reduce CO2 emissions without sacrificing profitability, existing infrastructure, or product performance. Our Mission Catalyxx is an innovative company whose mission is to be a global leader in catalytic chemistry that allows the replacement of petrochemical products, conventionally made of fossil materials, by the same molecules produced from renewable sources. Catalyxx is a pioneer in sustainable catalytic chemistry. Our purpose is to transform the global chemical industry by replacing fossil‑based molecules with renewable ones. Our catalysts are already helping industrial clients worldwide decarbonize their products and move toward a truly sustainable economy. If you’re motivated by projects with real impact, you’ll find that here. The Opportunity We are looking for a responsible and proactive shift supervisor to join our operations team. In this role, you will ensure the efficiency, safety, and smooth running of our production line at Catalyxx’s facilities in La Rinconada. These facilities include fixed‑bed catalytic reactors (pilot and laboratory scale) and a separation plant (pilot scale), connected to a SCADA control system and an analytical system based on gas chromatography. The position reports to the Plant Manager. What You Will Do • Supervision and coordination of plant and reactor commissioning, start‑up, and operation through the control system (SCADA), including operation and monitoring tasks such as:, • Loading and unloading catalyst, • Equipment calibration, weighing, and measuring catalyst density, • Checking tank levels, • Transferring chemical products, • Changing gas cylinders, • Sampling from the plant’s various tanks, • Continuous monitoring of plant control -Data reporting and interpretation. Tasks include reviewing chromatograms and interpreting data in Excel for results analysis. In addition to daily reporting, periodic PowerPoint presentations will be required. -Preparation of reports in Spanish and English. • Maintenance of pumping systems. -Supervise and coordinate facility maintenance. Main tasks includes: replacing gaskets, cleaning valves, replacing tubing and fittings. -Coordinate shift handovers with other shift supervisors. Responsibilities & Working Conditions Shift Schedule: The work will be carried out in rotating 8 or 12‑hour shifts (to be defined). Flexibility and adaptability to rotating schedules are essential for this position. Night Shift Dynamics: During the night shifts the shift supervisor will be alone with one operator. This requires a high level of autonomy, trust, quick decision-making, and strong teamwork under minimal supervision. Onboarding & Training We care about your success and safety from day one. Therefore, you will be trained over an estimated 4 weeks period before starting this new work chapter to ensure you feel confident and fully prepared to handle all operational procedures. What We Are Looking For • Degree in Chemical Engineering / Industrial Engineering (preferably with a chemical specialization) / Chemistry., • Advanced proficiency in MS Office., • Experience managing teams (direct reports)., • Basic training or experience in Occupational Risk Prevention., • English level B2 – part of the interview will be conducted in English. Key Skills (Must Have) • Proactivity, • Ability to manage teams and resolve interpersonal conflicts, • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks, • Excellent verbal and written communication, • Problem‑solving and responsibility, • Ability to work under pressure and independently (nights shifts the shift supervisor will work with an operator only) Key Skills (Nice to Have) • Experience leading shift teams, • Experience in catalyst testing, • Experience in distillation plants or chemical processes, • Experience working in pilot plants, • Experience in gas chromatography, • Experience working in ATEX environments, • Intermediate or advanced training in Occupational Risk Prevention, • Training and/or experience in Quality and Environment, • Experience in preventive and/or corrective maintenance, • Experience working with control or SCADA systems, • High level of English
