Head of Operations, Managed Transportation

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.
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.
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 project engineering and construction personnel to manage projects in the area.
Reports, investigates, and initiates corrective actions in the unit. 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.
Accountability for unit housekeeping and accurate completion of operating discipline documentation.
High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years’ chemical plant operations experience
• 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.
A good working knowledge of Maintenance Operations Workflow Process (MOWP), safety, environmental and operational policies and procedures are required.
The individual must be willing and able to work 12-hour, 7-day rotating shifts, weekend and holidays.
SAP and Microsoft Office experience preferred.

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