In order to ensure the implementation and smooth running of one or more production stages, particularly in the petrochemical industry, the supervisor is responsible for leading a team of workers and technicians. They must ensure that deadlines are met and that the products manufactured are of a high standard.

Qualities and skills

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability
• Analysing the characteristics of the production programme
• Analysis and monitoring
• Ensuring the high quality of products and the reliability of equipment
• Contribute to the development of procedures setting out working methods
• Basic knowledge of management and organisational processes

Educational qualifications and training

BAC + 3 Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, specialising in Analytical and Synthetic Chemistry / Materials Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry

Bac + 5 Engineering Degree from the École Nationale Supérieure de Chimie, de Biologie et de Physique at the Institut Polytechnique de Bordeaux

Sectors and organisations

Chemical production supervisors can work in a wide range of sectors: agri-food, chemicals and petrochemicals, science, industry and manufacturing.

Source: LH PORT CENTER – Further information at www.lhportcenter.com