Operations Supervisor

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 operators to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the process unit at the LYB Recycling center in Jurupa Valley. The supervisor and shift team ensure optimum operating conditions are maintained to produce on spec products and ensure regulatory parameters are followed. The supervisor is responsible for the performance and development of up to 12 operators. The shift 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 discipline when appropriate. 

Works with unit specialist, process engineers, and manager 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. 

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

Minimum of 8 years of plant operations experience. 

Experience working in a manufacturing plant environment. 

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, 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. 

Preferred Qualifications 

Experience with mechanical recycling technologies is preferred. 

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 

5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual 

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. 

Competencies

Drive Innovation

Technical Skills

Grow Capabilities

Promote Inclusion

Motivational Fit

Build Partnerships

Deliver Results

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Regulatory Disclosure

• The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for U.S. payroll offers.
• The anticipated salary range for this position is $97,440- $133,980. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.