LyondellBasell Industries
LyondellBasell is a global chemical industry leader focused on sustainable solutions. With nearly 70 years of innovation, including a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB develops high-quality products across sustainable transportation, food safety, clean water, and healthcare.
Come Join an Inclusive Team The Process Specialist is accountable for providing technical support and daily coordination of plant operating activities. The individual prioritizes daily production activities for the process unit, defines operational problems, and promotes solutions.
In addition, the Process Specialist prioritizes maintenance issues in the unit and provides feedback and guidance to the Production Maintenance Coordinator. The role focuses on Operations/Maintenance priorities, plant reliability, quality, production, safety, and environmental compliance, driving systemic improvements with supervisors and technicians.
To perform effectively, the individual must possess a thorough technical understanding of the Clinton site Olefins unit, strong leadership, and interpersonal skills. The position supports the 24/7, 365‑day shift organization.
A Day in the Life
Assist the FLS in directing daily activities in the process units and directly supervise day technicians in the OSBL area.
Interface with the Business Group, Manufacturing, and Production planning to discuss plant operation, production, and business needs.
Audit the production unit daily and provide assistance to Operations personnel to maximize quality, yield, reliability, and production rate.
Coordinate equipment outages to optimize timing, scope, downtime, and cost.
Set unit maintenance priorities and work with the PMC and Maintenance Supervision to accomplish daily maintenance initiatives.
Determine root causes and provide technical solutions to support Operational and Maintenance goals for unit quality, reliability, and production rates.
Work closely with Production/Process Engineers to solve operational issues.
Champion Operating Discipline: audit round sheets, logs, and provide feedback to FLS and technicians.
Ensure unit housekeeping standards are maintained.
Assist operating technicians in developing and approving startup/shutdown procedures and evaluate/Improve existing procedures.
Ensure Operating Manuals, SOPs, Normal Operating Ranges, and Safe Operating Conditions are accurate, supporting Plant Process Safety Management.
Guide the Training Department by emphasizing key operating practices and participating in formal training.
Assist in planning the turnaround schedule scope of work in the unit and ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.
Mentor new Production and Process engineers and new operating technicians.
Promote plant safety, participate in plant safety programs, Process Hazard Analyses, and Incident Investigations.
Assist in Management of Change processes and ensure compliance with quality standards.
You Bring This Value
Typically 7–15 years of progressively responsible experience in plant operations.
Thorough technical understanding of plant chemical processes and unit operations.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Highly motivated and solution-oriented.
Supports the 24/7, 365‑day shift organization.
Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Olefins technology.
What We Offer LyondellBasell provides a competitive total compensation package to reward excellence and support employee well‑being.
Workplace Flexibility: up to two remote days per week at an approved location.
Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life, and Retirement Programs aligned with local practices.
6% LYB match on 401(k) contributions.
Well‑being Benefits covering physical, mental, financial, and social health.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: 10% discount on LYB stock in selected countries.
Educational Assistance Program for approved learning activities.
Bravo Rewards Program recognizing outstanding contributions.
Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages.
Professional Development opportunities through training, mentoring, and community involvement.
Competitive Vacation Policies for work‑life balance.
Global Adoption Policy supporting family expansion.
Matching Gifts Program to enhance charitable contributions.
*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs may vary based on job status, work location, and applicable agreements.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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, or other legally protected characteristics. The US EEO poster is available here.
LYB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance related to LYB’s recruiting process, please email Careers@lyb.com.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicited resumes or phone calls.
Privacy Statement: For information regarding how LyondellBasell processes your personal data, please read our Privacy Statement.
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Come Join an Inclusive Team The Process Specialist is accountable for providing technical support and daily coordination of plant operating activities. The individual prioritizes daily production activities for the process unit, defines operational problems, and promotes solutions.
In addition, the Process Specialist prioritizes maintenance issues in the unit and provides feedback and guidance to the Production Maintenance Coordinator. The role focuses on Operations/Maintenance priorities, plant reliability, quality, production, safety, and environmental compliance, driving systemic improvements with supervisors and technicians.
To perform effectively, the individual must possess a thorough technical understanding of the Clinton site Olefins unit, strong leadership, and interpersonal skills. The position supports the 24/7, 365‑day shift organization.
A Day in the Life
Assist the FLS in directing daily activities in the process units and directly supervise day technicians in the OSBL area.
Interface with the Business Group, Manufacturing, and Production planning to discuss plant operation, production, and business needs.
Audit the production unit daily and provide assistance to Operations personnel to maximize quality, yield, reliability, and production rate.
Coordinate equipment outages to optimize timing, scope, downtime, and cost.
Set unit maintenance priorities and work with the PMC and Maintenance Supervision to accomplish daily maintenance initiatives.
Determine root causes and provide technical solutions to support Operational and Maintenance goals for unit quality, reliability, and production rates.
Work closely with Production/Process Engineers to solve operational issues.
Champion Operating Discipline: audit round sheets, logs, and provide feedback to FLS and technicians.
Ensure unit housekeeping standards are maintained.
Assist operating technicians in developing and approving startup/shutdown procedures and evaluate/Improve existing procedures.
Ensure Operating Manuals, SOPs, Normal Operating Ranges, and Safe Operating Conditions are accurate, supporting Plant Process Safety Management.
Guide the Training Department by emphasizing key operating practices and participating in formal training.
Assist in planning the turnaround schedule scope of work in the unit and ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies.
Mentor new Production and Process engineers and new operating technicians.
Promote plant safety, participate in plant safety programs, Process Hazard Analyses, and Incident Investigations.
Assist in Management of Change processes and ensure compliance with quality standards.
You Bring This Value
Typically 7–15 years of progressively responsible experience in plant operations.
Thorough technical understanding of plant chemical processes and unit operations.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Highly motivated and solution-oriented.
Supports the 24/7, 365‑day shift organization.
Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Olefins technology.
What We Offer LyondellBasell provides a competitive total compensation package to reward excellence and support employee well‑being.
Workplace Flexibility: up to two remote days per week at an approved location.
Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life, and Retirement Programs aligned with local practices.
6% LYB match on 401(k) contributions.
Well‑being Benefits covering physical, mental, financial, and social health.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: 10% discount on LYB stock in selected countries.
Educational Assistance Program for approved learning activities.
Bravo Rewards Program recognizing outstanding contributions.
Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages.
Professional Development opportunities through training, mentoring, and community involvement.
Competitive Vacation Policies for work‑life balance.
Global Adoption Policy supporting family expansion.
Matching Gifts Program to enhance charitable contributions.
*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs may vary based on job status, work location, and applicable agreements.
Equal Opportunity Employer 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, or other legally protected characteristics. The US EEO poster is available here.
LYB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance related to LYB’s recruiting process, please email Careers@lyb.com.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicited resumes or phone calls.
Privacy Statement: For information regarding how LyondellBasell processes your personal data, please read our Privacy Statement.
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