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LyondellBasell

Production Supervisor

LyondellBasell, Bedford, Virginia, United States, 24523

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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 MoreTeRec 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 Team The position of Production Shift Supervisor is a team leader, coordinator, coach and mentor to a team of production operators. The Production Shift Supervisor has responsibility for the safe and successful production of all products and processes within the team and uses continuous improvement techniques to drive development in all areas of the business. This position will oversee our night shift. Schedule will be Monday‑Friday from 6pm‑2am.

A Day in the Life

Adhere to all company HSE policies and standards

Assist in the development and support of projects that contribute to DEI, Safety, Quality, Inventory, Delivery and Profitability

Assist in continuous improvement initiatives in the manufacturing of high fill plastics, including process modernization

Assign responsibilities and communication priorities in shift recap

Coordinate production schedule with Maintenance, OTCs, Inventory Specialist, and Customer

Enter daily shift hours and numbers. Record monthly totals when necessary

Assist operators on production floor when necessary

Troubleshoot processing problems

Synch PLM and review BOMs to ensure proper products and formations are being used

Approve CATS Time

Conduct interviews

Administer new hire orientations

Assign correct roles and add‑on tasks for new hires

Maintain RF user master data for new hires

Develop S levels with team members

Maintain employee training records and update when necessary

Manage vacation approvals, coordinating with, when applicable, Maintenance Supervisor

Compile the needed information for runs such as BOM, run packets and batch codes

Optimize and sequence production schedule

Track daily production, waste, downtime, and make recommendations for root cause analysis

Coordinate upcoming trials by understanding customer needs, and coordinating with all departments as required

Daily assignments to achieve performance expectations

Assist operators in problem solving

Direct routine equipment maintenance and set‑up

Takes leadership role for training and coaching activities

Continuously evaluate workforce and equipment capabilities and effectiveness to recommend where improvements can be made

Maintain attendance records

Perform all other duties assigned by Manager

You Bring This Value Min. Qualifications

2+ years experience in supervisory role in manufacturing or plastics processing facility or equivalent experience as a lead person or step‑up

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience in Lean Six Sigma, 5‑S is strongly preferred

Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Ability to work well with a team and independently

Effective problem solver

Ability to work overtime or weekends on short notice as needed

Ability to apply basic mathematics skills

Ability to work proactively and support other personnel and departments

Possess a professional attitude and strong interpersonal skills in leading and mentoring team members

Maintain good attendance habits; missing minimal work

Preferred Qualifications

Stand on feet for 8‑12 hours

Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more

Ability to work in and around dusty areas

Willing and able to comply with respiratory fit testing (where applicable)

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may be required to be worn

Ability to work in moderate noise level atmosphere

Ability to work in an environment that is not temperature‑controlled; very warm temperatures in summer months

Work from heights at or greater than 50 feet

Competencies Build Partnerships Drive Innovation Grow Capabilities Promote Inclusion Motivational Fit Technical Skills Deliver Results

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LyondellBasell 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.

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