Manager, Operations

LyondellBasell Industries; Channelview (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work policy

Health & retirement programs

Competitive vacation policies

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

LyondellBasell is seeking a Manager, Operations for the Channelview, TX Manufacturing Complex. You will oversee the Derivatives and South Utilities area, reporting to the CVO I&D Site Operations Manager, and manage ~90 employees across multiple units including Allyl Alcohol, BDO, THF, GBL, NMP, and Covestro production units.

Lead safety, efficiency, reliability and cost-effective performance, while developing staff, maintaining budgets, and driving world-class results with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years’ experience in progressively more responsible positions in petrochemical/refining process operations.
• In lieu of a degree, 12 years’ relevant experience in progressively more responsible positions.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and coach to optimize performance of people and processes; develop staff to improve knowledge, skills, and ability; hold people accountable; insure appropriate staffing for area of responsibility
• Understand the importance and appropriate utilization of teams and teamwork in achieving business objectives; foster teamwork and collaboration; demonstrate ability to build teams and working relationships
• Delivers GoalZERO HSE performance through strong leadership, employee/contractor involvement, and management systems
• Responsible for implementation and adherence of corporate standards
• Translate and integrate Company strategies into objectives and action plans; planning, organizing, and measuring goal progress toward achieving world-class results with a focus on low cost and operational excellence; implementing changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of processes

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Technical/operational background

Computer skills

HSE knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

12 years’ relevant experience alternative

Job description

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Manager, Operations

Location:

Channelview, TX, US, 77530

Facility: Channelview/South Ops-130

Division: Intermediates & Derivatives and Enterpri

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

LyondellBasell is staffing for a Manager Operations, Derivatives and South Utilities for the Channelview, TX Manufacturing Complex, located 18 miles from downtown Houston.

Our 4,000-acre Channelview Complex consists of multiple units, including two olefin units at the north side facility that manufacture ethylene, propylene, butadiene and benzene. The south side facility uses many of these products to produce propylene oxide, styrene monomer and other derivatives.

This position will manage the operations team for the Derivatives and South Utilities area. This position reports to the CVO I&D Site Operations Manager, and

Will manage 10 direct reports, and total staff of around 90 employees

Will manage South Utilities, RTBE, BDO and Derivatives units (Allyl Alcohol, BDO, THF, GBL, NMP) and PolyOls (Covestro production unit)

Accountable for safe, efficient, reliable and cost effective performance of assets and people

Member of the site extended leadership team

A Day in the Life

Inspire and coach to optimize performance of people and processes; develop staff to improve knowledge, skills, and ability; hold people accountable; insure appropriate staffing for area of responsibility

Understand the importance and the appropriate utilization of teams and teamwork in achieving businessobjectives; foster teamwork and collaboration; demonstrate ability to build teams and working relationships

Quickly assess a situation and take responsibility for a course of action; recognizing when to involveother people in decision-making or decide on one's own; knowing when and how to empower self andothers; knowing when to act quickly or respond with more thought and deliberation

Delivers GoalZERO HSE performance through strong leadership, employee/contractor involvement, and management systems

Responsible for implementation and adherence of corporate standards

Know in appropriate detail the technical information and specifics relevant to the products and/orservices provided by company and the processes used to produce and distribute them; possesssufficient knowledge to adequately plan for the future and identify critical discontinuities

Translate and integrate Company strategies into objectives and action plans; planning, organizing, andmeasuring goal progress toward achieving world-class results with a focus on low cost and operationalexcellence; implementing changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of processes

Responsible for developing and managing area budget

Recommend capital projects to help meet company short and long term goals

Manage the performance and professional development of supervisory and support personnel in the area andensures supervisors are effectively managing area operating personnel

Develop and monitor area performance against key performance indicators (KPI's) and develop plans for the area to meet/exceed the KPI's

Ensure the Code of Conduct, and all other Company policies are consistently and fairly administered

You Bring This Value

Bachelor’s degree with 8 years’ experience in progressively more responsible positions in petrochemicalor refining process operations. In lieu of a degree, 12 years’ relevant experience in progressively more responsible positions

Knowledge of and experience with HSE, operating, maintenance, and engineering processes and procedures, business fundamentals, and shared services role in manufacturing

Demonstrated leadership ability in a formal leadership role and strong interpersonal skills

Ability to interface with all organizational levels within the company

A technical or operational background and good computer skills

What We Offer

LyondellBasell is proud to provide a competitive total compensation package designed to reward excellence and support the well-being of our employees. Our Total Rewards package includes equitable and market-competitive base pay as well as locally relevant incentives, fostering a culture of pay-for-performance that recognizes both individual and company achievements.

We extend the following benefits to *eligible employees:

Workplace Flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval.

Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices.

6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution

Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US.

Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees.

Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.

Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs.

Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities.

Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance.

Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families.

Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations.

*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

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