Production Technician

LyondellBasell; Vadodara; On-site; INR 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

LyondellBasell in Vadodara, India, is hiring for a Production Operator who will ensure shift stability, operate extrusion and related equipment, and meet safety, quality and delivery targets.

Ideal candidates have 2–7 years in plastics processing (Diploma or ITI), with hands-on experience in color masterbatch, QMS/GMP, and working in cross-functional teams to drive productivity.

Qualifications

• Diploma or ITI in plastics with relevant experience.
• 2–7 years in plastics processing, preferably color masterbatch and compounding.
• Knowledge of extrusion, testing, and process controls.

Responsibilities

• Operate production line keeping equipment maintained.
• Achieve monthly KPIs and ensure on-time delivery.
• Follow HSE, quality systems, GMP, and SOPs.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to meet product needs.
• Maintain documentation and shift reporting.

Skills

Extruder operations

Color corrections

Feeders operations

Loss-in-weight feeders

Education

Diploma in Plastic Technology

ITI in Plastic Processing Operator

Tools

Ktron/Brabender

Job description

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come. LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

BASIC FUNCTION

• Ensure that each shift operates in compliance with HSE regulations and supports the achievement of the Goal Zero target.
• Oversee smooth production line operations by maintaining equipment and effectively managing assigned manpower.
• Manage and control the Production Department to meet customer requirements regarding quality, quantity, and delivery, while collaborating with cross-functional shift teams to optimize processes and fulfill product needs.
• Consistently maintain and strive to exceed individual and departmental KPIs on a monthly basis.
• Execute process orders, rigorously verify adherence to SOPs, and ensure timely completion of grade line tasks.
• Strictly adhere to QMS, EMS, and GMP standards.

Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Adhere to HSE regulations during daily shift operations to support Goal Zero target.
• Should follow and implement the permit system as per the company Operation Excellence (OE) standard.
• Production activities should be performed according to Production Planning and Delivery Schedule (PPDS) to achieve ontime delivery of finished goods.
• Follow and maintain line processing condition with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Adhere to process parameters to produce defect free product.
• Supporting in reduction of Scrap and Off spec generation, changeover time, Process downtime, maintaining throughput as instructed time to time.
• Execute production changeover activties efficiently to imrpove productivity.
• Upkeep and timely maintenance of Production Main and downstream equipments, support in identifying CAPEX projects / debottlenecking with help of Supervisor/Manager, Initiate and anticipate for Management of Control (MOC) need and complete all actions on time.
• Handling of finished goods with proper packaging and labeling to avoid any customer complaint.
• Responsible to update daily shift reports to maintain the documentation and correct data should be available on time.
• Keep good house-keeping in shopfloor to maintain workplace in a required basic condition.
• Support to cross-fucntional team like maintenance, quality and logistic etc. to achieve common goal of the company.
• Maintain material handling equipment to ensure smooth material transfer.
• Assist and work with shift leaders and production technicians to improve productivity.
• Support in value creation (Value Enhancement Program) and Lean initiatives to improve profitability.
• Active support during Performance Application Development (PAD) trials.

QUALIFICATION

Diploma in Plastic Technology or Plastic Processing & Testing from reputed college or university

OR

ITI in Plastic Processing Operator from reputed insitutions

Work Experience

Minimum 2 to 5 years of experience for Diploma and 5 to 7 years for ITI in the plastics industry preferably in color masterbatch and compounding industry.

FUNCTIONAL CORE COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of extruder operations, trouble shooting and basic testing on Plastic processing,
• Must be aware of color corrections and adjustments.
• Hands on Feeders operations and corrections.
• Proficient in operating loss-in -weght feeders (Ktron/Brabender), high-speed mixers, palletization techniques like Under Water / strand cutting, vacuum pumps, uitilities and DCS.

Competencies

• Build Partnerships
• Drive Innovation
• Grow Capabilities
• Promote Inclusion
• Motivational Fit
• Technical Skills
• Deliver Results

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