Sr. Operations Manager

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.Basic FunctionThis position is in the direct line of succcession for site manager for multiple sites across the U.S. The ideal candidate has held site leadership roles at a small or medium size site or an operations manager role at a larger site. Responsible for approximately 75% of the site workforce, this role is accountable for the safe, efficient and accurate manufacturing at our largest and highest volume site within the APS portfolio. Responsibilities include leading our production, maintenance, and logisitics department, developing people leaders of those departments. Experience with P&L, zero based budgeting, and developing people leaders is essential to success in this role. Leading by influence and effectively communicating at the corporate and site level equally effectively should be demonstrated.Roles & ResponsibilitiesDirect and oversee department leads responsible for daily manufacturing activities and ensure adherence to production schedules and on-time delivery targetsPromote a culture of zero incidents and proactive safety engagement and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulationsImplement Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodologiesIdentify and reduce process variability, waste, and non-value-added activitiesDrive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or complianceLead, coach, and develop department leads and operational staffEstablish clear performance expectations and accountability measuresDrive employee engagement, training, and cross-functional collaborationParticipate in workforce planning, hiring, and succession developmentDevelop and manage operational budgets and cost controlsSupport capital expenditure planning for new equipment and facility upgradesEnsure reliability and proper maintenance of equipment and facilitiesAnalyze data to gain actionable insights to drive continuous improvementMin. QualificationsBachelor’s Degree, preferably in an engineering discipline 5+ years experience in supervisory/management positions. Preferred candidate has experience leading people leadersProcessing operations knowledge is required for this role; knowledge of OSHA and general environmental regulationsExperience implementing lean manufacturing practices and can articulate specific accomplishments utilizing these toolsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsPreferred candidate possesses a working knowledge of plastic compoundingStrong interpersonal skills and able to engage and inspire the workforce to actionCompetenciesBuild PartnershipsDeliver ResultsDrive InnovationGrow CapabilitiesPromote InclusionMotivational FitTechnical SkillsLearn more about our benefits : Benefits/Health & Welfare | LyondellBasellStay Connected!Visit our LYB Website Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram Like us on Facebook Subscribe to our YouTube channelLyondellBasell 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. The US EEO is the Law poster is available here .LYB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation related to LYB’s recruiting process, please email us at Careers@lyb.com.Applicants must be at least 18 years old.LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicited résumés or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.Privacy Statement: For information regarding how LyondellBasell processes your personal data, please read our Privacy Statement .