Manager, Operations

Lyondell Basell North America•Clinton, IA

About The Position

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 TeamAs a member of the LyondellBasell Clinton Site Leadership Team you will provide leadership to the hourly, salaried exempt and salaried non-exempt employees within the Polymers unit operations department. You will supervise unit operations and will be responsible for operating the Polymers unit in a safe, reliable, cost efficient and environmentally responsible manner to achieve safety, production, quality, and budget goals. You will participate on the Clinton site leadership team to develop the site strategic plan, annual goals, drive gap closure efforts, and ensure alignment of all plant activities with global manufacturing and the company strategic plan. You will participate on corporate teams to help champion and implement corporate level strategic initiatives and goals. You will provide leadership, development, and coaching to direct reports and support staff to achieve business results, create value, and optimize the site. This position reports to the Clinton Site Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
Typically, at least eight to ten (8-10) years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Previous supervisory and/or management experience is required
Knowledge of and experience with HSE, operating, maintenance, and engineering processes and procedures, business fundamentals, and shared services role in manufacturing
Strong people and organizational leadership acumen demonstrated through previous experience within manufacturing and across the organization
Ability to interface with all organizational levels within the company.

Responsibilities

Deliver GoalZERO HSE performance through strong leadership, employee/contractor involvement and management systems
Participate, lead, and implement site, regional, and corporate initiatives in the Polymers unit
Responsible for implementation and adherence of corporate standards
Responsible for preparing and managing the Polymers unit budget in a cost efficient and responsible way that meets both budget goals and needs of the site
Participate actively with the business team to create, plan, organize and execute short and long range objectives to ensure continued site and business alignment, efficiency, and effectiveness
Accountable for day-to-day execution across all areas of the Polymers unit
Benchmark and challenge the olefins organization to achieve continuous improvement in all areas
Lead efforts to build a strong LyondellBasell brand through community service

Benefits

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.