Manufacturing Operations Leader: Safety, Efficiency Growth

LyondellBasell Industries; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

LyondellBasell Gniewkowo manufacturing site seeks an Operations Manager to lead production teams, drive safety, quality and efficiency, and partner across functions to meet strategic objectives.

You will oversee daily operations, promote continuous improvement, manage budgets, and develop KPIs to deliver reliable performance and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering/production background required.
• 5+ years in manufacturing leadership roles.
• Experience managing production teams and processes.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and prioritization abilities.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operation of Gniewkowo site.
• Lead production teams and drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Manage day-to-day production operations to meet targets and on-time delivery.
• Oversee shop-floor activities and optimize equipment and resource use.
• Collaborate with Quality, CAPEX, Finance, HR, Maintenance and Logistics to achieve objectives.
• Develop and monitor KPIs and production reports; present results to management.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, training, and performance management.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Project management

Change management

Strategic thinking

Communication

English proficiency

Analytical

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Production Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Production Manager

Location:

Gniewkowo, PL, 88-140

Facility: Gniewkowo-6732

Department: Operations

Division: Global APS

LyondellBasellis a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-yearlegacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietaryMoReTecrecycling 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'readdressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

The Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the Gniewkowo manufacturing site. Reporting directly to the Site Manager, this role leads and develops the production team, drives continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance, and promotes effective collaboration across the organization to achieve operational and business objectives.

A Day in the Life

• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and supporting initiatives aimed at achieving a zero-incident workplace (Goal ZERO).
• Conduct regular safety inspections and audits, identify improvement opportunities, and support the implementation of corrective actions.
• Ensure all production employees understand and follow company safety policies and operational procedures.
• Manage day-to-day production operations to ensure production targets, service levels, and on-time delivery requirements are achieved.
• Oversee shop-floor activities and ensure efficient utilization of equipment, resources, and production capacity.
• Review manufacturing processes and material flows, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Work closely with Quality teams to ensure products consistently meet company quality standards and customer expectations.
• Support the implementation of operational excellence initiatives, new manufacturing standards, and capital investment projects (CAPEX).
• Coordinate and manage improvement and investment projects, working closely with relevant stakeholders.
• Support the development of the annual Production Department budget in cooperation with the Financial Controller.
• Monitor departmental spending and operational costs, ensuring effective cost control while maintaining product quality and operational reliability.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process optimization.
• Develop, monitor, and report key production performance indicators (KPIs).
• Prepare regular production reports and present operational results to management and departmental teams.
• Analyze performance trends and recommend actions to improve results.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, efficiency, quality, and waste reduction.
• Analyze production performance and identify opportunities to improve yields, resource utilization, and overall operational effectiveness.
• Implement best practices and support a culture of operational excellence across the production function.
• Lead, motivate, and develop production teams, fostering a strong performance-oriented, collaborative, and safety-focused culture.
• Manage workforce planning, recruitment, training, performance management, and employee development in partnership with HR.
• Coordinate and supervise daily production activities, ensuring effective task allocation, team performance, and achievement of operational objectives.
• Cooperate closely with Finance, HR, Maintenance, Logistics, Quality, and other departments to support operational performance and business objectives.
• Represent the Production Department during customer audits, corporate meetings, industry events, and training activities.
• Act as a role model for Company values and promote those values through everyday leadership and decision-making.

You Bring This Value

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Production Technology, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role, including managing production teams and overseeing production processes.
• Experience in project management and driving operational or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to coach, develop, and motivate teams while effectively planning and prioritizing work.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills, with the ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills, with experience working across multiple functions.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• High level of motivation, accountability, reliability, and attention to detail.

Build Partnerships

Deliver Results

Grow Capabilities

Promote Inclusion

Motivational Fit

Technical Skills

What We Offer

We offer an environment where we encourage personal and professional growth and where you will be rewarded for your performance and results. You will have the possibility to work with specialist on all fields to develop innovative solutions and to extend your national and international network. In addition, we offer you a competitive salary and benefits package.

LyondellBasell is committed to advancing diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) to ensure a positive experience for all employees.

Application & Contact

Please send us your resume via the application button.

If you would like to learn more, please feel free to contact Martyna Piechowiak, Talent Acquisition Specialist [e-mail]

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