Site 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 Function

Provides leadership for ensuring the safe, cost effective, efficient, and environmentally responsible production of products in accordance with business plans and company objectives.  Accountable for all aspects of performance and for all personnel working on site.  Responsible for the professional development and career advancement of team members.  Participates as a member of the overall USCAN APS Manufacturing Management Team and as member of other Manufacturing and Company teams. #LI-LL2

Roles & Responsibilities

• Site Leadership: Lead in a manner consistent with the LyondellBasell Leadership Principles through the application of the LyondellBasell Core Competencies. Actively engage with the site workforce in the field / shop floor. Set expectations concerning continual improvement in GoalZERO performance and lead the organization in achievement of safety goals and objectives. Lead the change agenda by guiding the organization through the line organization and embracing a continuous improvement strategy. Develop and encourage supervisors and employees to think and act independently in alignment with clearly established and communicated expectations. Define clear roles and responsibilities for the site staff, provide authority to meet these roles and responsibilities and hold the organization accountable. Identify the business and organizational needs of the site, ensure site organization is efficient and effective, and develop employees to meet these needs. Value and champion diversity, inclusion and equity. Ensure manufacturing systems are in place, functioning well and monitored through appropriate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Understand, communicate and act on site financial plans and results.
• Manufacturing Leadership: As an active member of the USCAN APS Manufacturing Staff, participate in the development and execution of manufacturing direction/strategy. Work with other Site Managers to define and advance strategies to ensure manufacturing effectiveness through world class people, processes and assets. 
• Company Leadership: Develop working relationships and goal alignment with other Site and functional managers. Develop an understanding of Company goals and objectives to ensure that site activities are aligned with other functional groups. Champion initiatives and innovation to pursue best practices within the organization and to identify and capture opportunities for synergies. Be an active participant in Company’s Sustainability, Circular and Low Carbon initiatives.
• HSE: Ensure appropriate processes and systems are in place and lead the effort to maintain compliance with LyondellBasell Operational Excellence standards and applicable regulatory agency requirements. Act as a role model for desired safety behaviors. Act as signature authority for all compliance documentation. Ensure ethical behavior and regulatory compliance by all site personnel. Ensure Security of the sites personnel and assets on Company property.

Roles & Responsibilities Cont.

• Planning and Resource Management: Define and communicate clear vision, mission, and goals for the site, ensure alignment with the Company’s vision and business drivers. Ensure goal alignment throughout the site organization and lead the organization to achievement of goals. Develop plans to execute corporate initiatives. Champion capital projects consistent with business strategy, regulatory compliance and Company programs. Perform within budgets and production plans. Actively manage site headcount to achieve highest value earned at the site and to ensure team effectiveness. Ensure professional development of site employees and organization.
• Communications: Develop a workplace environment which allows for good communication up and down the organization and ensures the Performance Management process is being used effectively. Promote a sense of openness and trust, coupled with a sense of ownership and accountability. Through staff and supervision, communicate corporate and site vision and