Turnaround Supervisor

Title: Turnaround Supervisor

Location: Pasadena, TX

Who We Are

Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI) is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 31 countries and employs more than 11,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.

Why Kuraray

Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.

As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment.

Position Summary

The Turnaround Supervisor is responsible for overseeing contractors in the safe, timely, and cost-effective execution of maintenance and turnaround activities. This role requires technical expertise, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a strong understanding of site operations and safety standards. The Supervisor plays a key role in coordinating turnaround planning, supervising contractor performance, and ensuring alignment with operational and strategic goals.

Responsibilities

Turnaround Execution & Contractor Supervision

• Direct onsite contact for all onsite contractors within the Capital Project work scope
• Lead daily activities of contractors for capital projects and turnaround events to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Coordinate all phases of contractor work, including mechanical, electrical, janitorial, carpentry, painting, plumbing, and equipment replacement or installation.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and provide on-site technical support when needed.
• Participate as a project lead on any assigned capital projects
  
  

Planning & Project Coordination

• Assist in developing and executing capital turnaround plans, including scope definition, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Monitor work progress, adjust resources as needed, and ensure milestones are met.
• Participate in pre-turnaround readiness reviews and post-turnaround evaluations.
  
  

Operational Excellence & Reliability

• Identify and address root causes of equipment failures in collaboration with maintenance planners and engineers.
• Recommend and support the implementation of improvements that enhance equipment reliability and turnaround efficiency.
• Use performance metrics to drive accountability and continuous improvement among contractors.
  
  

Work Scheduling & Resource Allocation

• Develop and manage short- to medium-term work schedules for contractor crews.
• Approve contractor overtime and coordinate supplemental support during peak periods.
  
  

Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Enforce site HSE policies and ensure contractor adherence to safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Identify and correct unsafe behaviors or conditions; escalate issues when necessary.
• Conduct job safety analyses (JSAs) and participate in safety meetings and audits.
  
  

Communication & Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the liaison between contractors and internal stakeholders such as operations, safety, Maintenance, and engineering.
• Communicate daily capital activities, turnaround goals, progress, and issues clearly and regularly.
• Facilitate cross-functional coordination to minimize operational disruption.
  
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate documentation of contractor activities, work orders, equipment logs, monthly reports, and daily progress reports.
• Provide regular updates and post-turnaround summaries for management.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• A minimum of 10 years of industrial maintenance, capital project, or turnaround experience.
• At least 5 years supervising contractors in an industrial setting (chemical, petrochemical, manufacturing, etc.).
• Strong understanding of turnaround strategy, equipment reliability, maintenance best practices, and capital projects
• Proficiency in SAP, CMMS, or equivalent systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of P6 scheduling is preferred
• Outstanding verbal and written communication, presentation, interpersonal, creative thinking, consulting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize work to manage multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving/decision-making skills.
• Ability to multi-task
• Candidates must have a valid driver's license.
  
  

Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Business Insight
• Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
• Cultivates Innovation
• Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.

• Action Oriented
• Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Ensures Accountability
• Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Drives Results
• Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstance
• Collaborates
• Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Values Difference
• Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Communicates Effectively
• Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Courage
• Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.
• Instills Trust
• Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Situational Adaptability
• Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
  

We offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. This program is designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with corporate and team performance.

Our employees benefit from a robust healthcare package that includes wellness reimbursements, along with generous perks such as three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.

Learn more at kuraray.us.com/careers/

Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status

No third-party candidates accepted.