Chemical Process Technician Entry

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

Job Title:

Chemical Process Technician Entry
Grade:_OT_Entry-HG DEC IV41 OPS Entry

Location:

Decatur, Alabama

The Position:

This position has responsibilities of loading hopper cars and trucks including operation and maintenance of associated equipment, while acquiring necessary skills to advance through the Operations Progression System to a minimum of Tech Level 3 within the expected time required.

What you will do:

• Perform production unit responsibilities to achieve scheduled production and daily activities
• Load hopper cars and trucks
• Perform rail switches
• Unload MMA and Mineral Oil trucks and railcars
• Operate all associated equipment - e.g., bins/transfer systems, shuttle wagon, fork truck, etc.
• Assist preparation of equipment for maintenance, permit management, equipment lockout, and systems preparations
• Assist in routine start-up and shutdown of reactors and systems
• Perform minor maintenance
• Monitor process performance (samples, levels, temperature, etc.) and respond accordingly
• Comply with ISO standards and execute work in accordance with quality standards
• Maintain detailed and accurate written records relative to the role (raw materials, production logs, shift logs, inventories, instrument readings, Distributed Control System (DCS), weigh scales, etc.)
• Participate in effective shift turnover
• Identify/troubleshoot related process issues and work toward solutions
• Interact effectively in a team-oriented culture with multi-functional teams to achieve business results
• Preserve high standards of housekeeping and organization
• Communicate effectively and appropriately by radio, email, telephone, and face-to-face

What you will bring:

• Level of education & knowledge:
• High School diploma/GED at a minimum
• College, college level, or technical certification preferred
• Chemical or manufacturing plant experience required
• Technical skills:
• Ability to learn process, procedures, and equipment in a timely manner
• Functional in computers, electronic mail, and software associated with role.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic math skills
• Self-learner motivation
• Demonstrate high ownership of the role
• Good listener
• Good interpersonal skills
• Clear and effective communication skills
• Hold a high standard of accuracy in written documentation
• Ability to adapt, contribute, and interact effectively with cross-functional teams

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently climb stairs and caged ladders up to 85 feet; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and perform tasks requiring fine motor dexterity.
• Ability to occasionally sit, reach, twist, turn valves and equipment controls, perform repetitive movements, and lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment, including exposure to noise, chemicals, machinery, wet surfaces, varying temperatures, confined spaces, and elevated work areas, while adhering to all safety and PPE requirements.

Work Schedule & Conditions

• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, while working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toed footwear, safety glasses, hearing protection, respiratory protection, fall protection, and other safety equipment as required; must obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Sensory & Cognitive Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret written documents, computer screens, gauges, and displays; communicate effectively; and distinguish sounds and verbal instructions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• This is a safety-critical position requiring sustained alertness, concentration, sound judgment, and the ability to continuously learn and apply operating procedures, training…