Supervisor, Operations

LyondellBasell; Westlake (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

LyondellBasell is seeking an Operations Supervisor for the Lake Charles Polymers site to lead up to 11 Operators and ensure safe, efficient unit operations. The role requires strong leadership and hands-on supervision of shift teams, with accountability for safety and regulatory compliance.

You will work with engineers, maintenance, and management to meet site objectives, maintain procedures, and drive continuous improvement in production quality and reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ chemical plant operations experience.
• Experience working in a polypropylene or catalloy plant is preferred.
• Familiarity with DCS operating systems is preferred.
• “Step-up Supervisor” or similar supervisory leadership is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a high performing shift team and develop operators’ skills, including administering discipline when appropriate.
• Coordinate with unit Specialists, Process Engineers, and Managers to meet business and site objectives.
• Maintain knowledge of unit procedures, equipment, and personnel to meet objectives including operations, safety, environmental, maintenance and quality performance.
• Interface with maintenance personnel on maintenance execution and outages.
• Interface with project engineering and construction personnel to manage projects in the area.
• Report, investigate, and initiate corrective actions; actively troubleshoots problems and develops plans to resolve issues.
• Take appropriate action in response to health, safety, or environmental incidents.
• Train and evaluate operator performance; ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Communicate relief information to other Supervisors for continuity during off-hours.
• Accountability for unit housekeeping and accurate completion of operating discipline documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Operations oversight

Safety awareness

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

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.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

This position supervises the unit Operations Technicians to ensure the safe and efficient operations at the Lake Charles Polymers site. The Operations Supervisor and shift team ensure optimum operating conditions are maintained to produce on-spec products and ensure regulatory parameters are followed. The Operations Supervisor is responsible for the performance and development of up to 11 Operations Technicians. The Operations Supervisor has authority and the responsibility to shut down any or all equipment to meet any applicable emergency situation.

A Day in the Life

• Accountable for developing a high performing shift team and developing individual Operators’ skills and abilities, including administering discipline when appropriate.
• Works with unit Specialists, Process Engineers, and Managers to ensure operations of the unit meet the business and site objectives.
• Maintains knowledge of unit procedures, equipment, and personnel to meet the objectives of the area including operations, safety, environmental, maintenance and quality performance.
• Interfaces with the maintenance personnel on maintenance execution and outages.
• Interfaces with the project engineering and construction personnel to manage projects in the area.
• Reports, investigates, and initiates corrective actions in the unit. Actively troubleshoots problems and develops plans to resolve issues.
• Takes appropriate action in response to health, safety, or environmental incidents.
• Works with other Shift Supervisors to train and evaluate operator performance. Ensures that policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are followed.
• Communicates “relief information” to other Supervisors for continuity during “off-hours.”
• Accountability for unit housekeeping and accurate completion of operating discipline documentation.

You Bring This Value

Education

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Work Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ chemical plant operations experience
• Experience working in a polypropylene or catalloy plant is preferred
• Familiarity with DCS operating systems is preferred
• “Step-up Supervisor” or similar supervisory leadership is preferred.

Other Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential, as well as excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively interface with employees and all departments within LyondellBasell.
• Leadership, coaching and supervision skills are required.
• The incumbent must have sound knowledge of process equipment operation and of basic principles of process chemistry.
• The position requires good knowledge of Company policies, plant operating procedures, basic maintenance procedures, health, safety and environmental regulations and employee policies and practices.
• The position requires good organizational skills with a proven ability to interface effectively with individuals from all departments within Manufacturing.
• A good working knowledge of Maintenance Operations Workflow Process (MOWP), safety, environmental and operational policies and procedures are required.
• The individual should work well in a team atmosphere and show ability to develop and lead teams.
• The individual must be willing and able to work 12-hour, 7-day rotating shifts, weekend and holidays.
• SAP and Microsoft Office experience preferred.

Competencies

• Build Partnerships
• Deliver Results
• Drive Innovation
• Grow Capabilities
• Promote Inclusion
• Motivational Fit
• Technical Skills
• Learn more about our benefits : Benefits/Health & Welfare | LyondellBasell

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