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Specialist, Process Syngas

LyondellBasell Industries
United States, Texas, Deer Park
April 26, 2024
LyondellBasell Basic Function The Process Specialist is accountable for providing technical support for the daily operation of the plant. The individual will manage the daily production activities for plant process units and will define operation problems and promote solutions. In addition, the Process Specialist provides support in driving improvement in safety, environmental compliance, reliability and production. Roles & Responsibilities * Supports GoalZERO by incorporating sound safety and environmental principles in all operational and maintenance job activities to support the plant safety goal of achieving 0.0 TRIR and to ensure environmental compliance. Participates in Process Hazard Analyses and Incident Investigations. * Assists the FLS in directing the daily activities in the process units. Issues daily process unit operating instructions. * Interfaces with the Business Group, Manufacturing and Production planning as necessary to discuss plant operation, production and business needs. * Audits the production units daily and provides assistance to Operations personnel as necessary to maximize quality yield, plant reliability and production rate in support of operational goals. * Monitors, investigates and tabulates reasons for unit downtime, unit and equipment failures or upsets, and low production rates in order to provide information for plant operating reports. * Sets unit priorities on maintenance work to be accomplished and works with the PMC and Maintenance Supervision to accomplish the daily maintenance initiatives within the unit. * Determines root causes and issue technical solutions as necessary to support Operational and Maintenance goals for unit quality, reliability and production rates; thereby, maximizing plant profitability. * Champion of Operating Discipline: audits round sheets, logs, and provides feedback to FLS's and technicians. * Works with engineering to update Standard Operating Procedures, Normal Operating Ranges, and Safe Operating Conditions in support of the plant's Process Safety Management effort and to ensure Operating Manuals are accurate and up to date. Serves as final approver to authorize updates to procedures for technicians. * Coach technicians by having continuing discussions to improve their unit knowledge, troubleshooting efforts, and situational response. Provide input to improve the operational & technical skills of the shift organization. * Assists in the planning of the turnaround schedule as to scope of work to be due in the unit. Ensures compliance of applicable safety, environmental rules, policies and procedures. * Assists in MOC and ensures compliance with quality standards. Min. Qualifications * Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience in plant operations * Thorough technical understanding of plant chemical processes and unit operations * Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, along with a high level of motivation and a solution-focused mindset * Must be willing to support a shift organization in a 24-hour, 365 day per year operation. Preferred Qualifications * Supervisory experience in overseeing operations shift personnel is a plus but not required Competencies Collaborates Cultivates innovation Customer focus Demonstrates courage Drives results Ensures accountability Instills trust and exemplifies integrity We are LyondellBasell - a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit or follow @ on LinkedIn. Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicitedresumes or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers. LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available .