Manufacturing Shift Leader

Momentive•Waterford, NY

11h

About The Position

As a Continuous Shift Leader at Momentive, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of our operations and leading a team that keeps our manufacturing excellence moving forward. This is your opportunity to make a real impact every day — driving safety, quality, and productivity while developing people and elevating performance across the site. You’ll be at the center of critical decision‑making, hands‑on problem‑solving, and meaningful leadership moments that directly influence our success. If you’re energized by leading teams, improving processes, and contributing to a high‑performance culture where your voice and leadership matter, this is a role where you’ll thrive and grow.

Requirements

Associate’s degree and at least 3 years of manufacturing and influencing/management experience; equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered.
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Proven ability to develop, coach, and lead teams in a fast‑paced environment.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with active listening and clear direction‑giving.
Ability to maintain professionalism and sound judgment under pressure.
Commitment to safety excellence and consistent application of workplace and EHS policies.
Customer‑focused mindset with a drive for continuous improvement and innovative problem‑solving.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a changing environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.
Experience with Lean manufacturing or process improvement methodologies.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant management or leadership experience.
Experience leading teams in a manufacturing environment with a collective bargaining unit.
Strong background in chemical operations.
Solid process‑troubleshooting skills with the ability to resolve issues quickly.
Knowledge of constraint‑management principles.

Responsibilities

Lead daily shift operations across multiple production lines, ensuring safety, quality, schedule attainment, and adherence to manufacturing procedures.
Drive EHS performance through Safe Work Permit stewardship, compliance activities, and participation in emergency response/brigade leadership.
Set clear expectations and coach operators, overseeing training, skill development, and performance feedback.
Communicate effectively across shifts using MOS tools and lead shift meetings to drive alignment on goals, KPIs, and safety updates.
Monitor & drive production output and KPIs, escalating issues quickly and driving corrective actions.
Contribute to sitewide initiatives, including the Area Safety Plan, Continuous Improvement efforts, and quality reviews.
Create and manage work orders for preventive maintenance and repairs while partnering with Maintenance leadership on daily priorities.
Model and enforce the Momentive Code of Conduct, fostering accountability, teamwork, and strong shift engagement.

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.
Additional time off with years of service.
401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
Student debt pay-off program.
Professional development programs and courses.
Wellness programs and financial education.