Process Improvement Leader

Lubrizol•Deer Park, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Lubrizol, we’re transforming the transportation, industrial application, and consumer markets through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion. As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact—on your career, your community, and the world around you. As a Process Improvement Leader, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation of leading the prioritization and implementation of plant technology improvement opportunities, which includes both capital and expense projects. Additionally, partner with the Plant and Operations Leaders to identify technology related opportunities and implement projects. Meet global business goals through optimization of the process technology, implementation of improvement projects and implementation of Most Effective Technology (MET).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in engineering; mechanical or chemical engineering perferred.
8+ years of progressive engineering experience in a chemical manufacturing or process‑based industrial environment.
3+ years of demonstrated leadership experience through leading/managing cross-functional teams.
Proven record of leveraging technology and process optimization.
Vision for establishing and maximizing value from process optimization.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and goals.
Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to interact effectively will all levels and departments at the site.
Strong planning, organization, and presentation skills.
Strong influencing ability.
Self-Driven and goal oriented.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a leadership development program.
Project implementation and management experience.

Responsibilities

Serve in a technology leadership role leading the development and completion of site technology plans supporting global business and functional strategy by application of the Improve Process work stream.
Lead the Improve Process work stream to develop and implement Plant Specific Technology Plans in alignment with the Global Technology Plan including data collection, gap analysis, idea generation, prioritization, improvement project implementation, and review of results.
Coordinate and leverage globally, the resources required for implementation of the Technology plans.
Monitor and measure implementation of the technology plans at the site.
Provide input for improvement of work practices and priorities using plant and improvement project data.
Interface with the business and participating in business plan technology development.
Work with the Center of Excellence to set priorities for MET definition needs.
Provide coaching and direction on goals and plans for Improvement Engineers.
Ensure validation of project performance objectives after implementation.
Has an in-depth understanding of technology and work practices.
Serve as a change agent for driving technology.