Production Superintendent
LSB Industries, Inc.
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Job summary
LSB Industries, Inc. in El Dorado, AR seeks an Acid & Nitrates Operations Superintendent to lead the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Nitric Acid and Ammonium Nitrate units.
This role provides direct leadership to shift supervisors and operators while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and PSM requirements. You will develop operational capability, drive continuous improvement, and ensure discipline across areas of responsibility, partnering with maintenance to improve
Qualifications
- Experience leading operations in chemical processing or nitric acid/nitrates preferred.
- Strong knowledge of PSM, OSHA, EPA requirements.
- Ability to develop operator qualification programs and training.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with PSM, OSHA, EPA permits.
- Lead process safety risk reduction efforts including MOC reviews and PHAs.
- Drive a strong safety culture through visible field leadership.
- Deliver production targets while maintaining product quality specifications.
- Monitor KPIs including rates, efficiencies, environmental performance, and reliability.
- Identify and eliminate operational constraints through structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.
- Partner with maintenance to prioritize reliability improvements and minimize downtime.
- Provide direct leadership for shift supervisors and process engineers.
- Develop and maintain operator qualification and certification programs.
- Coach supervisors and operators to strengthen technical depth and decision-making.
- Lead performance management, workforce planning, and succession development within assigned areas.
- Serve as the primary operational authority for Acid and Nitrates process systems.
- Lead response during abnormal operating conditions and significant process upsets.
- Support engineering initiatives, capital projects, and turnaround planning activities.
- Ensure operating procedures are accurate, current, and reflect best practices.
- Maintain operational standards, procedures, and training documentation.
- Lead root cause investigations and ensure sustainable corrective actions.
- Support plant-wide initiatives focused on cost reduction, reliability, and process optimization
Skills
Job description
LSB is committed to playing a leadership role in the production of low and no carbon products that build, feed and power the world. The LSB team is dedicated to building a culture of excellence in customer experiences as we deliver essential products across the agricultural and industrial end markets and, in the future, the energy markets. Join our team and help us develop innovative solutions that will improve the quality of life for current and future generations. Learn more about LSB at www.lsbindustries.com.
Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of El Dorado, ideal for fishing, boating, and picnics, or wander through the historic downtown district. El Dorado has heaps of small-town charm and was even named Best Small Town Cultural Scene in America 2021 by USA Today Reader's Choice. El Dorado is home to a unique school district, beautiful and friendly neighborhoods, one-of-a-kind restaurants, and top-notch libraries. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the easy access to a myriad of activities, from parks to hiking and biking the trails of South Arkansas Arboretum and even an award-winning golf course. El Dorado's festival season brings live music performances, and their arts district boasts museums, an arts center, and a busy performing arts calendar. This small town has a lot of spirit!
LSB is committed to playing a leadership role in the production of low and no carbon products that build, feed and power the world. The LSB team is dedicated to building a culture of excellence in customer experiences as we deliver essential products across the agricultural and industrial end markets and, in the future, the energy markets. Join our team and help us develop innovative solutions that will improve the quality of life for current and future generations. Learn more about LSB at www.lsbindustries.com.
Immerse yourself in the scenic beauty of El Dorado, ideal for fishing, boating, and picnics, or wander through the historic downtown district. El Dorado has heaps of small-town charm and was even named Best Small Town Cultural Scene in America 2021 by USA Today Reader's Choice. El Dorado is home to a unique school district, beautiful and friendly neighborhoods, one-of-a-kind restaurants, and top-notch libraries. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the easy access to a myriad of activities, from parks to hiking and biking the trails of South Arkansas Arboretum and even an award-winning golf course. El Dorado's festival season brings live music performances, and their arts district boasts museums, an arts center, and a busy performing arts calendar. This small town has a lot of spirit!
Acid & Nitrates Operations Superintendent is accountable for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Nitric Acid and Ammonium Nitrate units. This role provides direct leadership to shift supervisors and operators while ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and process safety management (PSM) requirements. The Superintendent is responsible for developing operational capability within the organization, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring operational discipline across their areas of responsibility.
- Ensure strict compliance with all PSM, OSHA, EPA, and environmental permit requirements.
- Lead process safety risk reduction efforts, including MOC reviews, PHAs, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-up.
- Drive a strong safety culture through visible field leadership and coaching.
- Deliver production targets while maintaining product quality specifications.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including rates, efficiencies, environmental performance, and reliability metrics.
- Identify and eliminate operational constraints through structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.
- Partner with maintenance to prioritize reliability improvements and minimize downtime.
- Provide direct leadership and accountability for shift supervisors and process engineers
- Develop and maintain operator qualification and certification programs.
- Coach supervisors and operators to strengthen technical depth and decision-making confidence.
- Lead performance management, workforce planning, and succession development within assigned areas.
- Serve as the primary operational authority for Acid and Nitrates process systems.
- Lead response during abnormal operating conditions and significant process upsets.
- Support engineering initiatives, capital projects, and turnaround planning activities.
- Ensure operating procedures are accurate, current, and reflect best practices.
- Maintain operational standards, procedures, and training documentation.
- Lead or participate in root cause investigations and ensure sustainable corrective actions.
- Support plant-wide initiatives focused on cost reduction, reliability, and process optimization
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