Chemical Operator

What You'll Do:

As a Chemical Operator, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation by operating equipment or areas in the unit, using knowledge and experience to operate in a safe, environmental responsible, and efficient manner. The Chemical Operator will execute and contribute to the unit work activity task list.

What We're Looking For:

• Performs rounds & field quality testing to check process equipment, product quality, and monitor process conditions and control systems. 

• Performs tasks assigned to operations.  

• Uses basic troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to resolve process deviation and upset conditions. 

• Performs simple problem solving and participates in improving daily work. 

• Follows the standard work processes and practices as outlined by the site and/or unit.  

• Understands and delivers what is expected of operators when an unplanned event occurs that will trigger a root cause investigation.  

• Participates in root cause investigations as requested.  

• Trains new unit operating personnel and shares operating knowledge for their development. 

• Ensures operations performance within their assigned responsibility align with plant and business goals.  

• Makes improvements in unit operating discipline and performance based on personal knowledge and skills. 

• Monitors key unit metrics to ensure plant performance remains on track to achieve unit and business goals.  

• Accurately and completely records asset utilization losses.  

• Develops the skills and competencies required to perform operator care for the plant activities. 

• Utilizes the appropriate operating discipline and safe work practices required when performing operator care for the plant activities.  

• Follows the Procedure Use Policy of the unit and/or site. 

 Skills That Make a Difference:                             

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited school. 

• Ability to follow all safety and environmental standards. 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions and procedures. 

• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues. 

• Strong interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written). 

• Ability to execute multiple tasks efficiently and prioritize tasks based on operational needs. 

• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team. 

• Proficiency in basic computer skills for data entry and operation of control systems.  

• Mechanical aptitude for understanding and working with processing equipment. 

Considered a Plus:                           

• Previous experience in a chemical manufacturing environment. 

• Experience with SAP and/or Delta V. 

Working Conditions:                           

• Participate in plant emergency response organization with the requirement of successfully completing the 36 Hour Fire Course test and state test. 

• Must be willing and able to work in a plant environment, including outdoor conditions in all types of weather.  

• Must be available to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.  

• Ability to maintain a valid forklift operator certification. 

• Ability to lift up to 55 lbs. 

• Ability to climb stairs as part of job duties.  

• Must be prepared and able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), including a respirator, which requires maintaining a clean-shaven appearance, as well as a fall protection harness, and hearing protection.  

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