Superintendent, Shift

Lyondell Basell North America

$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED equivalent required
  • 10+ years progressive experience in plant operations
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Prior supervisory experience preferred
  • Knowledge of multiple operating areas across Channelview site is a plus
  • Ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels
  • Skilled in conflict resolution and human relations.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the Incident Commander during plant emergencies
  • Oversee ERT staffing and training for their shift
  • Act as a communication point for community-related issues after hours
  • Ensure safety, environmental, and personnel issues are addressed during off-hours
  • Develop and mentor frontline leaders (FLS) for their growth
  • Evaluate maintenance needs and manage on-call technicians during off hours
  • Lead communication efforts across different operational units during process upsets.

Benefits

  • Workplace flexibility with remote work options
  • Comprehensive health, welfare, life, and retirement programs
  • 6% company match on 401(k) contributions
  • 5% cash balance pension plan accrual
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with stock discounts
  • Educational assistance for self-development
  • Bravo Rewards Program for outstanding contributions
  • Robust medical and life insurance options
  • Professional development opportunities via training and mentoring
  • Generous vacation policies to support work-life balance
  • Global adoption policy for expanding families
  • Matching contributions for charitable donations.
Full Job Description
The Shift Superintendent position serves as the senior management representative at the Channelview Site after hours, on weekends, and holidays and is responsible for the effective execution of plant operations during their shift. They are responsible to initiate and maintain communication as necessary with Senior Plant Management, Operations and Maintenance Managers, other Shift Superintendents, FLS, and other subordinates. They must assure alignment across the organization and raise priority issues to the appropriate level. The Shift Superintendent is responsible for championing the implementation of operational and organizational changes, monitoring the implementation, and taking appropriate action to constructively resolve issues or concerns. They must possess a broad understanding of plant policies, including Human Resource policies and procedures, to provide timely guidance to site leadership and others in understanding site/corporate direction, and to take the initiative to resolve issues within the workforce at all levels. A Day in the Life • Serves as the Incident Commander for plant emergency responses. Knowledge of CVO Emergency Response systems and demonstrated leadership experience during site emergency responses is required. • Responsible for their respective shift ERT staffing, training needs and development of team leadership. • Serves as a focal point in communications to the surrounding community on all Company related issues after hours. • Ensures that all safety, environmental, process and personnel issues during off-hours are addressed and proper notifications are made. • Requires a thorough knowledge of overall plant operations. • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, effective interpersonal skills, and demonstrated leadership ability. • Must have a good working knowledge of company policies, plant operating procedures, laboratory and maintenance methods. • Must have a good understanding of H.R., Pay and CVO Site Policies. • Actively develops, mentors and coaches FLS. • Dialogues with Operations and Maintenance Managers as needed to discuss FLS development. • Actively engages organization to identify issues and concerns. Must be able to partner with H.R and Managers to bring resolution. • Requires the use of sophisticated human relations skills to effectively interface and communicate with employees at all levels of the organization. • Must possess exemplary conflict resolution skills. These skills are critical since the incumbent must provide leadership, advice and counsel to a large group of technicians who work on shift in operations and the laboratory, and maintenance technicians who conduct maintenance activities across the plant without reporting directly to them. • Interacts with the workforce to provide clarity and resolve issues from the shift organization as necessary. • Responsible for day to day oversite of both CCR's including ensure effective communications between units and focal point during site process upsets/weather events. • Ensure that the LYB Code of Conduct is adhered to across the site. • Evaluates maintenance needs on off hours and manages call outs. You Bring This Value • High School Diploma/ GED Equivalent • Typically, a minimum of 10 years related and progressive experience and responsibilities in plant operations with demonstrated leadership competencies • Prior supervisory experience • Experience in multiple operating areas across the Channelview site is preferred (i.e. Olefins, Mid Plant, East Plant, POSM, Derivatives, POTBA) • Ability to interface with all organizational levels within the company • You create value in this role by equipping leaders with the influence and guidance they need to lead their teams effectively. 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 Build Partnerships Deliver Results Drive Innovation Grow Capabilities Promote Inclusion Motivational Fit Technical Skills Learn more about our benefits: Benefits/Health & Welfare | LyondellBasell Stay Connected! • Visit our LYB Website • Follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram • Like us on Facebook • Subscribe to our YouTube channel

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