Senior Plant Operations Leader - Lean, Safety & Growth

LyondellBasell; Mansfield (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

LyondellBasell is seeking a Site Leader to manage multiple sites across the U.S. in a direct line of succession for site management.

The role oversees production, maintenance, and logistics while guiding a majority of the site workforce and driving safe, efficient operations. The ideal candidate has strong supervisory experience, a background in engineering, and a proven track record with lean manufacturing and cost controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in an engineering discipline
• 5+ years experience in supervisory/management positions. Preferred candidate has experience leading people leaders
• Processing operations knowledge is required for this role; knowledge of OSHA and general environmental regulations
• Experience implementing lean manufacturing practices and can articulate specific accomplishments utilizing these tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Preferred candidate possesses a working knowledge of plastic compounding
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to engage and inspire the workforce to action

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee department leads responsible for daily manufacturing activities and ensure adherence to production schedules and on-time delivery targets
• Promote a culture of zero incidents and proactive safety engagement and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologies
• Identify and reduce process variability, waste, and non-value-added activities
• Drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or compliance
• Lead, coach, and develop department leads and operational staff
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability measures
• Drive employee engagement, training, and cross-functional collaboration
• Participate in workforce planning, hiring, and succession development
• Develop and manage operational budgets and cost controls
• Support capital expenditure planning for new equipment and facility upgrades
• Ensure reliability and proper maintenance of equipment and facilities
• Analyze data to gain actionable insights to drive continuous improvement

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Lean manufacturing

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Supervisor experience

Plastic compounding knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

LyondellBasell is seeking a Site Leader to manage multiple sites across the U.S. in a direct line of succession for site management.

The role oversees production, maintenance, and logistics while guiding a majority of the site workforce and driving safe, efficient operations. The ideal candidate has strong supervisory experience, a background in engineering, and a proven track record with lean manufacturing and cost controls.