Fixed Equipment Inspector
Fixed Equipment Inspector
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Job Description
The Fixed Equipment Inspector
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Fixed Equipment Inspector performs inspection and quality control as defined by PEN Site standards. The Fixed Equipment Inspector is responsible for performing inspections in accordance with API standards for designated equipment for purposes of recommending and approving repairs or certifying compliance.
TARGETED OUTCOMES
- Ensure all fixed equipment is suitable for safe operation at the design conditions through the necessary technical inspections
- Inspection frequency and updates maintained in the fixed equipment histories in the computerized maintenance management system.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains a safe secure and healthy environment by adhering to company safety standards and practices and to legal regulations alerting others regarding potential hazards or concern
- Assist in developing Inspection Test Plans that are highly effective and capable of detecting damage mechanisms
- Makes complete inspections of process equipment for damage and operability using available inspection tools interprets the results and recommends corrective actions for the purpose of assuring property protection safety and continuous operations.
- Troubleshoot equipment problems and conduct root cause failure analysis investigations on failed equipment develop action plan to eliminate repeat failures and implement corrective actions
- Ensure that all inspection plans/strategies are in place. Consistently monitor the plans to optimize
- Work with production to identify key areas for reliability improvements develop action plan and work to implement action plan
- Provide technical support to all Mechanical Integrity Specialists and Mechanical Integrity Inspectors as it relates to mechanical repairs troubleshooting problems and equipment installation issues
- Demonstrates and stays abreast of developments and advancements in technology (i.e. engineering and inspection equipment and techniques).
- Exhibits knowledge and use of SAP as an effective maintenance management tool for analyzing equipment information and history.
- Inspects new fabrication and construction of chemical process equipment and piping for compliance with established codes and standards in outside fabrication shops or on-site as required by specific job procedures.
- Makes construction materials and coatings recommendations specifies welding procedures special heat-treating requirements and non-destructive examination required on new and repair work to all plant groups.
TEAM
- Reports to: Chief Inspector
- Team Members: Engineers Specialists Other Fixed Equipment Specialists
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
- Have at least ten years experience in the inspection of fixed equipment and piping at an industrial facility.
- Current API inspector certification (API-510 API-653 & API-570)
- Must qualify pass & maintain certification
- Applied knowledge of reliability centered maintenance practices
- Knowledge and understanding of predictive technologies for fixed equipment evaluations
- Demonstrated use of SAP or other CMMS as an effective maintenance management tool for gathering equipment information and history
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Knowledge of the application limitations of all non-destructive examination (NDE).
- Computer Systems: Microsoft Suite (Outlook Excel Word PowerPoint SharePoint Visio); Enterprise Resource Planning (SAP); Reliability Software (Wiebul Analysis RCM Mechanical Integrity Software)
- Critical thinking: use of logic reasoning and calculations to identify alternative solutions conclusions and approaches to solve equipment problems
- Knowledge of all established codes their fabrication quality control and testing requirements as applicable to chemical process.
- Communication: ability to listen and understand information and ideas and to express thought and ideas clearly and concisely through oral and written communication
- Maintains good working relations with co-workers and outside business contacts. Conducts all relationships in a manner that contributes to Ascends goal of being a good corporate citizen.
At Ascend Performance Materials we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters search firms or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.
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About Us:
Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company our people do big things and make big decisions often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big meaningful waysall within a stable and growing business.
Why work at Ascend
Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 66 value chain creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone everywhere every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.
We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation led by Ascend employees supports Ascend families in times of need provides inspiring opportunities for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.
Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesnt only apply to the marketplace it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.
Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E our continuous improvement program guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. Youll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development skills training and mentoring programs
Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesnt mean simply working quickly it means critical thinking creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.
One Ascend. All together with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We dont accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments sites and geography. This means you wont be boxed into a single role at Ascend you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people our customers and our communities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex national origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status citizenship genetic information or other protected status under federal state or local laws.
Employment Type
Full-Time
