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.
The Materials Inventory Technician is responsible for the receipt, storage, handling, issuance, and shipment of materials purchased by LyondellBasell. This role supports safe and efficient warehouse operations while maintaining inventory accuracy and compliance with company procedures. The position requires participation in an on-call rotation and the ability to respond to after-hours callouts, exercising independent judgment and decision-making related to inventory handling, material availability, and warehouse operations.
The Materials Inventory Technician is responsible for the following:
1. Receive and verify incoming materials and shipments.
2. Store materials in designated warehouse and inventory locations.
3. Maintain proper storage conditions and inventory organization.
4. Pick, issue, and process material returns to support maintenance and operations activities.
5. Safely package, handle, and ship materials, including vendor returns.
6. Load and unload materials using powered industrial equipment, including forklifts.
7. Screen materials for Positive Material Identification (PMI) testing, where applicable.
8. Understand and follow the Maintenance Operations Workflow Process (MOWP).
9. Maintain and update stock-out logs.
10. Perform zone store receipt sampling and inventory verification activities.
11. Support physical inventory counts, cycle counts, and inventory audits.
12. Identify inventory discrepancies and escalate issues for corrective action.
13. Support continuous improvement initiatives related to warehouse operations, inventory management, and material availability.
Safety Responsibilities
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with all company safety policies and procedures.
• Understand and follow site emergency response and evacuation procedures.
• Obtain and maintain forklift certification.
• Safely handle, store, and transport materials, including compressed gas cylinders and chemical containers.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards throughout warehouse and storage areas.
• Attend and participate in required safety training and site safety programs.
• Participate in warehouse inspections, audits, and safety observations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of warehouse, inventory control, logistics, or materials management experience preferred.
• Proficient in the use of computer systems and business applications to support warehouse and inventory operations.
• Ability to perform inventory audits, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation activities.
• Ability to understand Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), identify trends, and communicate deviations to the Materials Management Supervisor or Materials Management Administrator for corrective action.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment and work in an industrial environment.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience using SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for inventory management, goods movements, material receipts, material issues, cycle counts, and reporting.
• Working knowledge of SAP Materials Management (MM), Plant Maintenance (PM), or Warehouse Management processes preferred.
• Experience analyzing inventory data and utilizing system reports to support inventory accuracy and warehouse performance.
• Forklift certification and prior experience operating powered industrial equipment.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, petrochemical, refinery, or industrial warehouse environment.
LyondellBasell is proud to provide a competitive total compensation package designed to reward excellence and support the well-being of our employees. Our Total Rewards package includes equitable and market-competitive base pay as well as locally relevant incentives, fostering a culture of pay-for-performance that recognizes both individual and company achievements.
We extend the following benefits to *eligible employees:
Workplace Flexibility: The Company’s Global Remote Work Policy allows eligible employees to request to work remotely up to two full days per standard work week at an approved location other than the designated worksite or office, such as at a home office with managerial approval.
Comprehensive Health, Welfare, Life and Retirement Programs: Our comprehensive programs are aligned with local practices.
6% LYB match on 401(k) contribution
5% LYB cash balance pension plan accrual
Comprehensive Well-being Benefits: Programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social health, ensuring you receive the care you need, when you need it.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan: The LYB ESPP offers a 10% discount on LYB stock for eligible employees in Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, and US.
Educational Assistance Program: To encourage self-development by providing financial aid for approved educational activities voluntarily undertaken by employees.
Bravo Rewards Program: Recognizing outstanding employee contributions.
Robust Medical and Life Insurance Packages: Offering a variety of coverage options to meet individual needs.
Professional Development: Opportunities to learn and grow through training, mentoring, work experiences, community involvement, and team building activities.
Competitive Vacation Policies: Generous annual leave to support your work-life balance.
Global Adoption Policy: Support for employees expanding their families.
Matching Gifts Program: Enhance the impact of your charitable contributions to qualified organizations.
*Eligibility for certain benefits and rewards programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement and may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.
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We are LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) – 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 unlock value for our customers, investors and society. 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 www.lyondellbasell.com.
