Chemical Process Technician

Chemical Process Technician

Location:

Decatur, Alabama.

The Position: Entry level position with responsibilities of loading hopper cars and trucks, operating and maintaining equipment, and acquiring the necessary skills to progress through the Operations Progression System to a minimum of Tech Level 3 within the expected time, while following SHE Excellence, 20 Principles, and Life Saving Rules.

• Commit to learn, understand, support, and participate in the site SHE Excellence, 20 Principles, Life Saving Rules, and AsCare programs.
• Participate in self-driven and departmental training to progress through the Operations Progression System.
• Complete yearly mandatory training and modules.
• Adhere to all procedures, policies, and guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned which may not be specifically listed in the position description but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee’s skills classification of work.

• Perform production unit responsibilities to achieve scheduled production and daily activities.
• Load and unload hopper cars and trucks, perform rail switches.
• Operate all associated equipment — bins/transfer systems, shuttle wagon, fork truck, etc.
• Assist preparation of equipment for maintenance and permit management.
• Maintain detailed and accurate written records.
• Interact effectively in a team-oriented culture with multi-functional teams to achieve business results.
• Participate in effective shift turnover.
• Identify and troubleshoot related process issues and work toward solutions.
• Preserve high standards of housekeeping.
• Communicate effectively by radio, email, telephone, and face‑to‑face.

• High School diploma or GED at a minimum.
• College, college level, or technical certification achievement preferred.
• Chemical or manufacturing plant experience required.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills.
• Basic understanding and respect of the importance of safety, health, and environmental concepts.
• Complete and maintain Forklift Driving certification.
• Work 12‑hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Work inside and outside in all seasons.
• Frequently walk, ascend and descend stairs or caged ladders to heights up to 85 feet.
• Push, pull, lift, bend, stoop, kneel/crouch/crawl and utilize fine motor dexterity.
• See written documents and computer screens.
• Always be alert, able to concentrate on the task, not impaired by medications (prescription, non‑prescription, illegal or legal substances including alcohol), or any other condition which adversely affects alertness, concentration, or judgment.
• INEOS Styrolution offers a competitive benefits package to support employees and their dependents, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • A 401(k) retirement plan with a 3% automatic company contribution and a 100% match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
  • Paid time off and additional wellness, financial, and lifestyle benefits.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At INEOS Styrolution, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are carefully made based on the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Location:

Decatur, Alabama.

• Location:
  
  Decatur, United States
• Discipline:
  Operations
• Type:
  Full‑time
• Closing Date: 11 July 2026
• Requisition