Chemical Operator

About the role

As a Chemical Operator at Lubrizol, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our units. You'll be responsible for operating equipment and areas in the unit, executing tasks, and resolving process deviations.

Responsibilities

• Perform rounds and field quality testing to check process equipment, product quality, and monitor process conditions and control systems.
• Execute tasks assigned to operations.
• Use basic troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to resolve process deviation and upset conditions.
• Participate in improving daily work and participate in root cause investigations as requested.
• Train new unit operating personnel and share operating knowledge for their development.
• Maintain operations performance within assigned responsibility to align with plant and business goals.
• Make improvements in unit operating discipline and performance based on personal knowledge and skills.
• Monitor key unit metrics to ensure plant performance remains on track to achieve unit and business goals.
• Accurately and completely record asset utilization losses.
• Develop the skills and competencies required to perform operator care for the plant activities.
• Utilize appropriate operating discipline and safe work practices required when performing operator care for the plant activities.
• Follow the Procedure Use Policy of the unit and/or site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited school.
• Ability to follow all safety and environmental standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions and procedures.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to execute multiple tasks efficiently and prioritize tasks based on operational needs.
• Demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills for data entry and operation of control systems.
• Mechanical aptitude for understanding and working with processing equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
• Flexible work environment
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career and professional growth
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement