Production Shift Supervisor

LyondellBasell · Perrysburg, OH

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Level: Supervisor
Team: Production
Degree: Preferred
Experience asked: 2+ years
Industry: Chemicals
Posted: 8 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A supervisor production role at LyondellBasell (chemicals) in Perrysburg, OH.

They ask for: 2+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names: Lean, 5S, SAP
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Production Supervisor roles in Ohio: typical posted base $75k–$97k.

Median of the low and high ends of 16 live postings that list pay, out of 94 production supervisor openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Ohio plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 96 other live production postings in Ohio.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Team leadership 90%
✓ Lean 40%
EHS / safety 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coveragePromotion path mentionedLifts up to 50 lbs

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This plant: LyondellBasell in Perrysburg

2 other open roles at this site.

Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
Operations Manager · Production · Manager

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requirements

resulting in zero safety violations. This includes participating in all Lyondell safety related activities such as GoalZERO and Operational Excellence Standards, along with safety talks, behavioral based safety observations, audits, etc.

✓Supervises operational processes and activities to ensure all products meet all established quality requirements, including product integrity and product order documentation
✓Directs all related personnel actions to include performance management and disciplinary actions
✓Understands manufacturing priorities based on established weekly productions schedules and makes daily assignments to achieve performance expectations
✓Assist operators in problem solving and exercises considerable judgment
✓Directs routine equipment maintenance and set-up
✓Takes leadership role for training and coaching activities, along with continuous improvement activities
✓Supports and sustains a Lean Manufacturing and 5S culture through standard work, workplace organization, employee engagement, and continuous improvement.
✓Promotes and maintains a team work environment
✓Ensures the effective utilization of time and equipment by all self-managed work teams
✓Ensures that product quality standards and production deadlines are met
✓Ensures the maintenance of cost effective and high-standard production
✓Continuously evaluates work force and equipment capabilities and effectiveness to recommend where improvements can be made
✓Work with leadership to ensure that company policies are being executed
✓Provide feedback to the Operations Manager with regards to disciplinary actions
✓Partners with Maintenance, Reliability, Quality, Planning and Logistics to coordinate priorities and resolve operational issues.
✓Effectively communicates operation status to operations management
✓Encourage team to meet individual and team goals
✓Promote and maintain a team environment that encourages employees to get engaged in the operation and take ownership of tasks
✓Maintain time and attendance records
✓Promote the importance of maintaining a clean work environment and high housekeeping standards

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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 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.

Come Join an Inclusive Team

LyondellBasell is currently seeking a qualified, dedicated Production Supervisor for our plant located in Perrysburg, Ohio.

The position of Production Supervisor is a team leader, coordinator, coach and mentor to a team of production operators. The Production 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.

A Day in the Life

•Implements, complies with and encourage team members to adhere to all safety

You Bring This Value

•2+ years leadership experience in manufacturing facility
•Bachelor’s degree preferred
•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
•Ability to work well with a team and independently
•Effective problem solver
•Ability to work off shift or 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
•Working knowledge of SAP

Work Environment and Physical Demands

•Stand on feet for 8-12 hours
•Ability to lift 50 lbs. or more
•Forklift experience a plus
•Ability to work with fiberglass among other potentially hazardous materials
•Willing and able to comply with respiratory fit testing (where applicable)
•Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to be worn
•Ability to work in moderate noise level atmosphere

What We Offer

Benefits starting day one

•Choice of Preferred Provider or Consumer Driven Medical Plan including Prescription Drug Coverage
•Dental, Vision and Employee Assistance Program
•401(k) Plan with Company Match of 6%
•Retirement (Pension) Plan
•Flexible Spending Accounts
•Life, AD&D and LTD Insurance
•Employee Stock Purchase Plan
•Vacation and Holidays
•Educational Assistance

Why LyondellBasell?

•Safety focused organization
•Grow personally and professionally
•Work with others to develop innovative solutions

Competencies

Drive Innovation

Technical Skills

Grow Capabilities

Promote Inclusion

Motivational Fit

Build Partnerships

Deliver Results

Learn more about our benefits : Benefits/Health & Welfare | LyondellBasell

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