Logistics Scheduler

Logistics Scheduler

Location: Channelview, TX, US, 77530

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 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

The Logistics Scheduler is an integral part of the Bulk Handling Operations providing guidance and direction on a daily basis regarding the loading requirements by container type (barge, rail car, truck) to the bulk handlers across the Channelview site. Basic duties include communicating with the Corporate Logistics group to establish customer loading requirements on a daily/weekly/monthly basis. Confirms with Unit Operations when products are ready to ship and the approval to do so against established Certificates of Analysis. Works to resolve customer issues that may come up on a daily basis. Ensures that all documentation is prepared and routed to all affected parties. Prepares a daily/weekly/monthly schedule for all loading operations. Prepares information for the Bourque Yard Master Program indicating which rail cars are needed from the switching group and which rail cars must be placed on the out bound to the Union Pacific RR. Available after hours and weekends to resolve unit product movement / shipping needs. Coordinates with Bulk Handling Operations Management/Supervision on a daily basis any personnel requirements that may be needed.

A Day in the Life

• Communicate with LyondellBasell Corporate, Covestro, Fleets, Inspection companies, Bulk Handling personnel as well as LYB Unit Operations and raw material inventory coordinators. This would include monitoring and maintaining storage tank levels, drum levels for loading purposes where necessary.
• Responsible to verify/confirm with Unit Operations, finished products are in specification prior to loading instructions being issued.
• Enter orders from IP's into schedule and TerminalSmart. Send orders to Barge Dock leadman so he can create required paperwork from USCG for each transfer.
• Maintain a 4 day look ahead schedule for loading needs.
• Communicate and work with the Corporate Business/Supply Chain groups to resolve any customer related issues.
• Plan and coordinate barge loading/unloading schedule to meet plant operations, material inventory and business requirements.
• Set loading/shipping priority for barge transfers.
• Schedule around all maintenance activities with no impacts to the units. Communicate all outages and work close with unit being impacted to keep the unit from containment or cutting rates.
• Established proficiency in SAP to access shipping orders, batch reclass, PGI, and GR barges.
• Knowledgeable of Federal Regulations applicable to Bulk Shipping, handling and receiving of Hazardous/Non-Hazardous materials.
• Monitor daily weather and tide forecast to stay out in front of barge movements.
• Utilize Portvision to monitor boat/barge movements to CVO docks.
• Verify paperwork is filled out correctly per USCG and transfer documentation is uploaded into TerminalSmart.
• Have a working knowledge of USCG rules and regulations for barge transfers.
• Send Person in Charge (PIC) updates to USCG.
• Coordinate/Communicate with Bulk Handling Barge Dock personnel on loading requirements daily to make sure manpower scheduled matches the loading requirements.
• Available after hours and weekends to resolve any transfer conflicts/issues including inspectors and tankman.
• Send Qualified Barrel report to Safety yearly. This determines CCA member dues.
• Confirm monthly no barge exceeded permitted bph. Send spreadsheet to Environmental and enter into Environmental system.

You Bring This Value

• High School Diploma or GED is required. A college degree is a plus in either management or an engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years of logistics experience preferably in a Process Plant setting.
• Knowledge of rail car and barge maintenance and scheduling.
• Knowledge of plant scheduling roles and responsibilities preferred.
• Knowledge of site Inet / Bourque rail management system preferred
• Knowledgeable of Federal Regulations applicable to Bulk Shipping, handling and receiving of Hazardous/Non-Hazardous materials.
• Proficient in Microsoft systems such as excel, word, etc.

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
• Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs
• Comprehensive Well-being Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Educational Assistance Program
• Bravo Rewards Program
• Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages
• Professional Development
• Competitive Vacation Policies
• Global Adoption Policy
• Matching Gifts Program

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LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.