How You'll Make an Impact
As a Site Leader, you will be at the forefront of Lubrizol's operations in Montmeló, leading a high‐performing team and ensuring the site delivers safely, efficiently, and in full alignment with business goals. Your leadership will directly shape site culture, operational performance, and strategic execution. You'll work across diverse functions to deliver sustainable solutions that advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.
In this role, you will:
Lead the Montmeló site with a strong focus on ethics, safety, high performance, and operational excellence.
Develop and execute the annual operating plan in alignment with the business' AOP and functional operations requirements.
Manage, coach, and develop the plant and functional teams, fostering engagement, talent growth, and accountability.
Oversee annual site planning activities including budgeting, capital expenditure planning, performance reviews, organizational design, and talent review processes.
Drive the site's manufacturing performance across HSE, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Capital, Continuous Improvement, Asset Efficiency, and Organizational Development.
Build and strengthen functional excellence through collaboration with HSE, Quality, Manufacturing Technology, Operations Excellence, and other Centers of Excellence.
Foster strong cross‐functional collaboration with supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing technology to ensure seamless operations and on‐time customer delivery.
Partner effectively with business and commercial teams, demonstrating a business‐driven mindset and a "one team" collaborative approach.
Support CAPEX initiatives related to continuous improvement, maintenance, and capacity expansion.
Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, polymers, materials, or related field
10+ years' experience in manufacturing leadership and 15+ years overall in chemical or related industrial operations
Proven track record of successful career development in manufacturing or engineering roles
Process Safety experience required
Strong people leadership skills with experience driving team development, performance, and engagement
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
High level of self‐motivation, urgency, and attention to detail
Strong proficiency in Spanish and English. Catalan is a plus.
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast‐paced, complex manufacturing environment
Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward
Advanced degree in engineering or MBA
Experience with CAPEX project ownership or site‐level strategic initiatives
Strong collaboration skills across global or multi‐site organizations
Proven continuous improvement mindset and exposure to structured improvement methodologies
Work Environment
Depending on your role, your environment may include:
Standing, walking, or overseeing operations for extended periods
Working in a chemical or manufacturing environment with required PPE
Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid setting
Occasional lifting or movement of materials
Strict adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards
Benefits that Empower You
Work in a respected, industry‐leading multinational company within Berkshire Hathaway
A culture of accountability, empowerment, inclusion, and diversity
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Opportunities for professional development, learning, and global career mobility
Meaningful work contributing to sustainable and innovative chemical solutions
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