Process Operator

Company:

Interested in joining a winning team? A team whose employees share in the ownership of the business and are empowered to make a difference?

INEOS Aromatics is a global chemical manufacturing company that produces products the polyester industry uses to make many of the things we use in our daily lives, such as clothes, carpets, furniture, automotive parts and food packaging.

We employ 1,300 employees in sites in the United States, United Kingdom, Mainland China, Belgium, Indonesia and Taiwan, with annual sales of $4 billion. Our diverse team of engineers, scientists and business professionals is dedicated to discovering solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges.

We are looking for people who share our passion for excellence, collaboration and innovation. In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a competitive benefits package including: health, dental & vision insurance, 401K match (up to 9%), STD/LTD, paid dependent care days, Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment, 9 paid holidays, 2 personal days and paid vacation.

INEOS Aromatics is part of INEOS, formed in 1998 and already one of the world’s most successful chemical companies, with an annual turnover of over $60 billion and 25,000 employees - over 5,000 of them in the US. INEOS is also one of the safest manufacturing companies in the world, nothing is more important to us.

JOB PURPOSE: This position safely and effectively operates and controls equipment and instrumentation in the assigned manufacturing unit in normal and emergency situations. The incumbent receives and processes raw materials using chemical reactions and manufacturing operations to produce finished products at the specified quality level. The position may also operate plant utilities, and/or treat process waste streams, and is expected to perform minor maintenance in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and associated training. The incumbent understands and follows operating procedures to start-up, operate, and shutdown the process under both routine and emergency conditions.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to the Shift Manager

JOB DIMENSIONS: This position does not have budgetary responsibility. It is a craft union position.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Uphold INEOS AROMATICS commitment to health, safety, and security and support the site Local Operating Manage System (LOMS).
• Understands how the work of Operations affects the environment, supports area to minimize impact on the environment, and supports the site and Environmental Management System (EMS)
• Compliance with and promotion of different behavioral and process safety initiatives and measures – supporting 20 INEOS SHE Principles, risk assessments and Life Saving Rules.
•  Maintains and improves safety in the unit and is responsible for housekeeping in operating areas.
• Maintains and monitors process equipment in accordance with established procedures and processes.
•  Starts up, operates and shutdowns the process unit.
•  Coordinates maintenance activities with Operations personnel.
•  Makes necessary adjustments to equipment and process to ensure optimum operation of the unit.
• Monitors the digital control system.
• Responds to section and unit emergencies along with other shift team members.
• Properly executes with operational rigor on a shift-by-shift basis which include:
• Procedure execution and compliance
• Control of Work activity and audit/verification
• LOTO and Isolations activity
• Operator Rounds quality
• Shift Handover/E-Log quality
• Performs rounds utilizing hand-held data tool
• Works with Maintenance and other Operations personnel to troubleshoot and repair equipment and instrumentation.
• Writes maintenance notifications for assigned operating area.
• Supports emergency plant needs on shift.
• Identifies opportunities to improve the process, SOPs, training, and other aspects of the operation.
• Provides support to Unit Engineering functions.
• Identifies specific cost reduction opportunities.
• Samples the process as needed.
• Takes responsibility for decisions made in assigned section.
• Inputs process data into systems as required.
• Maintains the operation of operating areas within the boundaries of established Operating Envelopes, including making adjustments to the process as necessary.
• Provides recommendations for updating the Operating Envelopes when opportunities or issues are seen.
• Responds to deviations from the Operating Envelope with reasons and corrective actions taken.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Essential Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent –AND- 5+ years’ experience as an operator or tradesman in a petrochemical plant, refinery or construction industry.

• OR

  2 year Associate’s degree in Process Technology

Essential experience and job requirements

• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts which will include weekends and holidays, and must be available for overtime, including short notice overtime (callouts).
• Attain a passing score on pre-employment test which includes mechanical aptitude, reading, science, and mathematics concepts.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task.
• Demonstrate a level of physical ability to handle the demands of the job with or without accommodation. This will include climbing stairs and ladders, carrying items that weigh 25 pounds or more, lifting items that weigh up to 50 pounds, standing or walking on your feet for an extended period of time, work outside in all weather, at all times of the day, any day of the week, ability to wear fresh air gear, and work in confined spaces .

Eligibility Requirements

• If you are applying for a position in the United States, you must be at least 18 years of age, legally authorized to work in the United States; and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., TN, H1B status), now or in the future.
• This INEOS location requires all employees to be eligible for a TWIC card (Transportation Workers Identification Credential). This requires a TSA security threat assessment, including clearance through various federal and state criminal databases. More information can be found on the TSA website: https://twicprogram.tsa.dhs.gov/TWICWebApp/.

Relocation available: No

Legal Disclaimer:

If you are selected for a position in the United States, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening/medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

INEOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.

Our culture is one of honesty and integrity with an emphasis on safety, health and environmental performance. On our team, people are acknowledged for embracing new practices that help create real value for customers.

Our culture is one of honesty and integrity with an emphasis on safety, health and environmental performance.On our team, people are acknowledged for embracing new practices that help create real value for customers.