Operator

Operators

• Make required rounds to ensure proper equipment operation and perform visual and olfactory inspections.
• Ensure unit operates at target rates and production is on spec.
• Maintain equipment within desired ranges and handle maintenance tasks.
• Identify problem areas and communicate suggestions to supervisors, engineers, or associates.
• Complete Safety Orientation and follow safety and environmental policies.
• Monitor production and equipment during actual runs to achieve target rates and maintain product specs.
• Draw samples as required by the unit sampling schedule.
• Complete equipment checklists, lubricate, tighten valve packing, correct leaks, and blow down transmitter legs.
• Communicate process problem areas and learn to use appropriate communication methods.
• Execute unit energy optimization plan and participate in shift hand-offs and key operator meetings.
• Participate in audits, investigations, HAZOPs, PHA's, and quality efforts.
• Maintain good housekeeping and clear and lockout/tagout equipment for maintenance.
• Manage samples as necessary to ensure operations performance.
• Troubleshoot process and mechanical issues, collaborate with console operators and maintenance to resolve problems.
• Ensure activities comply with integrated management systems (safety, food safety, GMP, health, environmental, quality, and responsible care).

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required for all jobs.
• An associate degree in Process Technology with 2+ years of experience in a Petrochemical and/or refinery setting is preferred.
• A high school diploma with 5+ years' experience in a Petrochemical and/or refinery setting can substitute for the associate degree.
• Must meet Fire Brigade physical requirements, including the ability to wear a respirator and carry up to 50-pounds of equipment.
• Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights.
• Must be willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule and work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must have proficiency with SAP, Internet, Email, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Must communicate tactfully and effectively both verbally and in writing and maintain effective work relations.
• Must demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to new instructions and dynamic organizational priorities.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude.