Responsibilities:
Train Operators on assigned units/tasks.
Review and update assigned unit(s) Standard Operating Procedures when changes are made.
Monitoring of implementation of HSE activities and follow-up and correction of discrepancies.
Involved in coordination activities between operations and maintenance.
Handle environmental record updates required on a monthly basis.
Improve current DCS alarm management protocols.
Participation in risk assessment audits (JSA, etc.) as applicable.
Participate or lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
Provide technical expertise and day-to-day engineering support for the assigned unit(s).
This position primarily focuses and analyzes on long-term improvement within the assigned unit(s).
Develop and safely implement engineering projects within allocated budgets and time schedules. This includes resolving all personnel and process safety issues, as well as contractor supervision.
Understands the assigned unit(s) production process, including plant equipment, operating parameters, and overall process condition.
Utilizes knowledge of processes and equipment to monitor and drive long-term improvement in assigned unit(s) performance indicators.
Analyze and understand failures through Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) methodology and implement corrective actions.
Utilize MOC process to manage and document changes from inception to installation, update P&ID's and SOP's, and train operators on changes.
Monitor Unit Optimization indicators, analyze compliance issues, propose solutions, and drive issues to resolution.
Participate in monitoring Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and Maximum Daily Capacity (MDC) restrictions and assist with analysis and debottlenecking plans.
Monitor daily raw material and finished good inventory levels, and forecast future levels. Set daily production rates. Write daily production and shipping instructions.
Oversee shutdown, work execution, and startup with emphasis on safety, schedule and quality.
Support planning, execution, and documentation of turnaround activities.
Periodically serve as On Duty Supervisor
Supervise contractors as needed.
Other duties as assigned by management.
HSE Responsibilities:
Prepare for and lead assigned unit(s) safety meetings.
Lead and support the plant's efforts to improve the plant's HS&E performance.
Coordinate, lead, and participate in the plants regulatory compliance efforts.
Participation in risk assessment audits (PHA, CTA, JSA, etc.) as applicable.
Drive compliance efforts with all PHMP and PSM requirements, including but not limited to: HAZOP Reviews, Pre-Start Up Safety Reviews (PSSR), Incident Reporting, and Management of Change (MOC).
Support incident free culture and drive HSE Excellence through a continuous focus on safety and environmental responsibility.
Perform safety observation audits.
Perform safe work permit audits.
Participate on HS&E teams/meetings to address safety and environmental issues.
Follow Life Saving Behaviors and use Stop Work Authority.
Properly inspect, use, and maintain PPE in accordance with PPE Matrix.
Be knowledgeable of and comply with all applicable site, corporate and regulatory safety and environmental requirements.
Requirements:
Familiarity with industry standards & practices (OSHA, API, ASME, NFPA).
Familiarity with PSM/RMP regulations.
Ability to comprehend equipment, P&ID, loop, etc drawings.
Ability to perform basic fluid flow, heat transfer, mass transfer calculations.
Understanding of chemistry.
Basic ERT awareness (ICS, Fire Extinguisher Training, First Aid + CPR, HAZWOPER).
Works well under pressure - ability to meet tight deadlines with quality results.
Strong communication/inter-personal skills - able to inspire and encourage the use of best practices at plant sites, able to communicate with plant staff, GBU management, and regulatory agencies.
Ability to relate to and communicate effectively with shop floor.
Must well versed in MS PowerPoint, Word, Excel, & Outlook. SAP experience a plus.
Education and Work Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience. (Chemical Engineering is preferred).
2-5 years chemical plant, refinery, and/or engineering experience.
Additional Information:
Demonstrates cooperative spirit.
Fully understands own role and the roles of others.
Is receptive to the ideas of others.
Is agreeable to requesting and/or offering assistance during peak workload periods.
Helps less experienced co-workers.
Shares new or updated information.
Maintains individuality but supports the decisions of the team.
Manages work priorities to contribute to team efforts and objectives.
Works to resolve conflicts.
Motivates the team.
Learns and applies techniques for working in teams.
Presents a positive, supportive image of team.