AdvanSix Inc.
Operations - First Line Supervisor - Hopewell
AdvanSix Inc., Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Operations - First Line Supervisor - Hopewell
Job Description
Posted Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM
AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications that touch people’s lives, such as building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality products emerges from the vertically integrated value chain of our three U.S. based manufacturing facilities. AdvanSix strives to deliver best‑in‑class customer experiences and differentiated products in the industries of nylon solutions, chemical intermediates, and plant nutrients, guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability and Respect.
AdvanSix Video. For more information on AdvanSix, please visit our website http://www.advansix.com
Benefits
We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well‑being
Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development
Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences
Position Summary: The First Line Supervisor works to achieve operational targets and standards by directing hourly employees to complete tasks that have a direct impact on overall results within assigned job area(s).
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure assigned tasks are achieved through supervision of direct reports
Plan and administer procedures and budgets in compliance with collective bargaining agreement
Lead and direct the workforce in problem identification, problem solving, and implementing continuous improvement measures
Engage team leaders and employees to improve department/area processes and performance
Manage overall performance within a 10-20 employee department (adherence to standard work, attendance, safety, code of conduct, etc.) to achieve expected standards in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity and Cost
Ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations, which includes protecting the environment and community
Interview, select, and provide training for team leaders and employees
Create a work environment conducive to employee morale and motivation to accomplish performance objectives
Manage performance including setting/adjusting pay rates, rewarding/recognizing, and disciplining
Communicate with team leaders daily and make decisions on issues related to productivity
Communicate daily with other shifts and peers regarding safety, quality, productivity, staffing, equipment, and continuous improvement activities
Act as the first point of contact for team leaders in escalation process of problems/concerns
Communicate AdvanSix Operating System principles to employees to improve their understanding and execution
Communicate and conduct performance appraisals, both formal and informal
Drive the creation and improvement of standardized work
Audit team leaders standardized work to ensure adherence to standard processes and procedures
Make departmental decisions around waiving or deviating established procedures, considering all safety, environmental, or operational protocols and requirements
Conduct training and audit standardized work
Manage and adjust employee work schedules
Establish and share best‑in‑class manufacturing processes
Lead and execute the 5S activities to maintain the area to standard
Drive a continuous improvement culture by instilling Plan, Do, Check, Act methodology
Constantly search for improvement and continually seek to eliminate waste
Evaluate, address, and support employee suggestions and ideas for continuous improvement
Practice rapid‑problem solving processes to ensure corrective action at the appropriate level
Execute the escalation process, as appropriate
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field preferred
2-5 years of relevant experience, experience in a manufacturing, industrial, and/or chemical plant environment preferred
Supervisory experience preferred
Additional Qualifications
Experience working in a 24/7 operation preferred
Experience working on a rotating shift preferred
May require working in adverse weather conditions (cold, hot, humid, rain, snow, etc.)
Knowledge of and experience working in chemical process operations preferred
Experience working in a unionized environment preferred
Strong commitment to safety
Knowledge and demonstrated use of Six Sigma Lean tools preferred
Computer proficiency in ERP/Timekeeping (SAP/RF, Kronos preferred), and Microsoft Office
Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude
Demonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to motivate others to achieve safety and productivity goals
Demonstrated conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a unionized environment
Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement change
The expected base pay for this position is $86,400 - $129,600
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include periodic pay rate adjustments based on market competitiveness. Hired applicants will be eligible for paid holidays, paid time off including vacation, eligibility to purchase company stock, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K with a competitive company match. Certain roles may be eligible for discretionary financial benefits such as incentive pay, equity awards, and participation in a deferred compensation plan.
Hired applicants will be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings account eligibility, employer-provided short term disability benefits, eligibility to purchase long term disability benefits, employer-provided basic life insurance and eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages.
The pay range, incentives and benefits listed above are general guidelines only and not a guarantee of total compensation or benefits. The final offer will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, the responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as the job location, applicability of a collective bargaining agreement, length of service, internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on your role, business results and individual performance. All aspects of total rewards offered are subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.
At AdvanSix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past work experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to still apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Equal Opportunity Employer AdvanSix is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Agency Information To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of AdvanSix about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at AdvanSix via email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of AdvanSix, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by AdvanSix for this position and a valid agreement with AdvanSix is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the AdvanSix agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
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AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications that touch people’s lives, such as building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality products emerges from the vertically integrated value chain of our three U.S. based manufacturing facilities. AdvanSix strives to deliver best‑in‑class customer experiences and differentiated products in the industries of nylon solutions, chemical intermediates, and plant nutrients, guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability and Respect.
AdvanSix Video. For more information on AdvanSix, please visit our website http://www.advansix.com
Benefits
We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well‑being
Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development
Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences
Position Summary: The First Line Supervisor works to achieve operational targets and standards by directing hourly employees to complete tasks that have a direct impact on overall results within assigned job area(s).
Duties and Responsibilities
Ensure assigned tasks are achieved through supervision of direct reports
Plan and administer procedures and budgets in compliance with collective bargaining agreement
Lead and direct the workforce in problem identification, problem solving, and implementing continuous improvement measures
Engage team leaders and employees to improve department/area processes and performance
Manage overall performance within a 10-20 employee department (adherence to standard work, attendance, safety, code of conduct, etc.) to achieve expected standards in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity and Cost
Ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations, which includes protecting the environment and community
Interview, select, and provide training for team leaders and employees
Create a work environment conducive to employee morale and motivation to accomplish performance objectives
Manage performance including setting/adjusting pay rates, rewarding/recognizing, and disciplining
Communicate with team leaders daily and make decisions on issues related to productivity
Communicate daily with other shifts and peers regarding safety, quality, productivity, staffing, equipment, and continuous improvement activities
Act as the first point of contact for team leaders in escalation process of problems/concerns
Communicate AdvanSix Operating System principles to employees to improve their understanding and execution
Communicate and conduct performance appraisals, both formal and informal
Drive the creation and improvement of standardized work
Audit team leaders standardized work to ensure adherence to standard processes and procedures
Make departmental decisions around waiving or deviating established procedures, considering all safety, environmental, or operational protocols and requirements
Conduct training and audit standardized work
Manage and adjust employee work schedules
Establish and share best‑in‑class manufacturing processes
Lead and execute the 5S activities to maintain the area to standard
Drive a continuous improvement culture by instilling Plan, Do, Check, Act methodology
Constantly search for improvement and continually seek to eliminate waste
Evaluate, address, and support employee suggestions and ideas for continuous improvement
Practice rapid‑problem solving processes to ensure corrective action at the appropriate level
Execute the escalation process, as appropriate
Basic Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field preferred
2-5 years of relevant experience, experience in a manufacturing, industrial, and/or chemical plant environment preferred
Supervisory experience preferred
Additional Qualifications
Experience working in a 24/7 operation preferred
Experience working on a rotating shift preferred
May require working in adverse weather conditions (cold, hot, humid, rain, snow, etc.)
Knowledge of and experience working in chemical process operations preferred
Experience working in a unionized environment preferred
Strong commitment to safety
Knowledge and demonstrated use of Six Sigma Lean tools preferred
Computer proficiency in ERP/Timekeeping (SAP/RF, Kronos preferred), and Microsoft Office
Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude
Demonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to motivate others to achieve safety and productivity goals
Demonstrated conflict resolution skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a unionized environment
Demonstrated ability to initiate and implement change
The expected base pay for this position is $86,400 - $129,600
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include periodic pay rate adjustments based on market competitiveness. Hired applicants will be eligible for paid holidays, paid time off including vacation, eligibility to purchase company stock, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K with a competitive company match. Certain roles may be eligible for discretionary financial benefits such as incentive pay, equity awards, and participation in a deferred compensation plan.
Hired applicants will be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings account eligibility, employer-provided short term disability benefits, eligibility to purchase long term disability benefits, employer-provided basic life insurance and eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages.
The pay range, incentives and benefits listed above are general guidelines only and not a guarantee of total compensation or benefits. The final offer will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, the responsibilities of the job, experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as the job location, applicability of a collective bargaining agreement, length of service, internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on your role, business results and individual performance. All aspects of total rewards offered are subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.
At AdvanSix, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past work experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to still apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Equal Opportunity Employer AdvanSix is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, veteran status, or any other protected classification.
Agency Information To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of AdvanSix about this opening. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at AdvanSix via email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of AdvanSix, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by AdvanSix for this position and a valid agreement with AdvanSix is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the AdvanSix agency engagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
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