About this opportunity
OxyChem lists this Chemical Operator - 2nd Shift— opportunity in la porte, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of
Chemical Operator
with our Manufacturing Facilities located in the Houston area. (Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products as our highest priority.
· Conduct routine operating inspections of the unit, troubleshoot operational problems and respond to area emergencies or to changing operational situations.
· Operate equipment in the field and monitor process operating conditions through the use of instrumentation to regulate temperatures, pressures, concentration and flow of chemicals through the process system for prescribed reaction with critical limits. All must be accomplished according to standard operating procedures and in support of the safe operation and environmental integrity of the plant.
· Maintain log of readings, lab results, shift production requirements and equipment issues to record daily activity and provide for adequate shift relief.
· Initiate work requests, perform minor maintenance within capabilities and prepare equipment for maintenance.
· Prepare equipment for maintenance work such as locking out equipment, preparing permits and verifying equipment.
· Make minor repairs to equipment and initiate maintenance action when needed utilizing the SAP work notification process.
· Notify supervision, maintenance, engineering and other auxiliary personnel regarding equipment malfunctions and troubleshoot process issues as needed.
High School diploma or completed GED.
· Process Technology Degree OR minimum of 2 years relevant work experience (e.g. production, loading, or plant maintenance) in the military, chemical plant or manufacturing environment.
· Proficiency in math, reading comprehension, and mechanical reasoning with strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills.
· Ability to work a rotating shift; holidays; overtime; Ability and willingness to serve as member of Emergency Response Team.
· Ability to read, write and speak in English.
· Proficient in Microsoft applications.
· Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.
Good working knowledge of SAP.
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