Job Description:
Process Operator
Huntsman is seeking a Process Operator supporting the Performance Products Division located in Conroe Texas. This position will report to the Production Supervisor.
Job Scope
Through adherence to all established Operational and EH&S policies procedures and practices; performs all tasks necessary to ensure the safe and productive operations of assigned process units.
In summary as the Process Operator you will:
- Performs necessary work in operating controlling adjusting and regulating temperatures pressures levels flow rates and other operating variables for the production of quality material.
- Maintains current detailed knowledge and understanding of process unit equipment unit operations principles or operating methods used in the process and the effects of such operations on equipment involved.
- Makes periodic rounds of units checking and/or adjusting process equipment to ensure proper operation draws samples for laboratory analysis and bases on laboratory analysis makes necessary changes in operating conditions.
- As necessary operates the instrument control board DCS or PLC systems or works outside on the units. May direct the work and train others assigned to the job and cooperates and assists others in the performance of duties assigned.
- Completes reports and records data such as EH&S Report Area Rounds Checklist Swapbox Checklist OEL audits midnight gauges Startup/Shutdown/ESD checklists operating data Work Orders and Safe Work Permits using prescribed forms.
- Cleans & lockout tagout equipment per ECPs for Maintenance per Maintenance Schedule. Maintains good housekeeping habits to ensure the cleanliness neatness and order of work area and equipment.
Other general responsibilities:
- Follows instructions and performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
- Assists other employees in accomplishment of Huntsman company goals.
- Participates in and completes companyrequired training programs.
- Participates in Environmental Health & Safety initiatives as set forth by the company.
Qualifications
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent required with 5 years of relevant work experience.
- Or Associates degreein Process Technology with 2 years of relevant work experience.
- 5 years of chemical plant experience may be substituted in lieu of degree with a preference for experience as a plant operator.
Skills and knowledge
- Must have a level of proficiency with Internet Email and Microsoft programs.
Competencies:
- Communicates tactfully and effectively both verbally and in writing and maintains effective work relations with those encountered during the course of employment.
- Flexibility and adaptability to new instructions and/or dynamic organizational priorities is critical for job success.
Working Environment:
- Must meet Fire Brigade physical requirements including the ability to wear a respirator and carry up to 50pound equipment.
- Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights
- Must be willing and able to work a 12hour rotating shift schedule and work nights weekends and holidays.
Huntsman is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status gender identification sexual orientation and/or expression or any other characteristic protected by law in every location in which we have facilities national or local.
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