Controls equipment systems that process chemical substances into specified products. Monitors the production process and ensures efficiency of systems and equipment. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Reports to Shift Supervisor.
Essential Job Functions
· Safely operate pumps, compressors, fired heaters, boilers, reactors, distillation columns and other plant equipment within safe operating ranges.
· Make changes to the operating process as necessary to maintain product quality. Adjust control instruments, valves, or switches to regulate pressure, temperature or flow rate of product; direct flow of product to other units or to maintain specified levels in tanks and towers; operate control room instrumentation systems and coordinate activities with outside operators.
· Monitor the performance of plant equipment and process conditions; read flow meters, and temperature and pressure gauges; take routine readings on process variables.
· Promptly respond to process alarms / constraints and plant upsets/emergencies.
· Co-ordinate with Field Operators to manage daily operations of the facility safely and effectively, including normal operations, Start-up, Shutdown and Emergencies
· Perform general maintenance, repair, and cleanup of plant equipment for safe and efficient operation.
· Draw samples of products from the process for laboratory testing. Perform lab testing on some products.
· Be able to understand and follow plant policies and procedures.
· Be able to troubleshoot problems to determine resolution within safe operating limits.
· Keep management appropriately informed of area activities and of any significant problems.
· Present a professional image at all times to clients and vendors and maintain a positive reputation of the company.
· Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.
· Perform other tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Experience, and/or Training
· High school diploma or equivalent required
· Three to Five years qualified in the control room for a continuous chemical or refining process.
Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
· Safety, Health, & Environmental – knowledgeable of the concepts, procedures, and regulations affecting the effective safety of a facility.
· Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
· Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
· Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
· Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
· Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
· Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
· Oral Comprehension - The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
· Oral Expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
· Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Safety equipment provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Rotating shift
Experience:
- DCS: 2 years (Required)
- Continuous Chemical Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person