Analyst Sr. - Technical

Westlake Chemical; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical seeks a Sr. Technical Analyst to optimize and support the Longview site's IS/IT applications and infrastructure that integrate with production and business operations.

You will serve as the site SME for critical applications, databases, interfaces, servers, and related supporting systems, guiding change management, upgrades, and project delivery. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, performance monitoring, and collaboration with business leaders to drive efficiency and

Qualifications

• College degree in computer science or computer engineering is required.
• 8+ years of software development and administration experience preferred.
• Manufacturing plant experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain business-critical applications and databases.
• Develop and maintain web-based interfaces.
• Monitor system performance and critical services.
• Troubleshoot application, server, database, and interface issues.
• Manage tickets, incidents, and service requests from users.
• Coordinate software updates, testing and change management.
• Ensure application security, access controls and audits.
• Provide training materials and user support.
• Lead site IT projects and collaborate with vendors and stakeholders.
• Support IT network infrastructure and testing of updates.

Skills

SQL databases

VB.NET ASP.NET

Web development

Microsoft applications

Technical communication

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Analytical skills

Self-motivation

Continuous improvement

SAP ABAP

S/4 HANA

OSI PI

LIMS

Manufacturing data historian

Networking and virtual servers

Education

College degree in computer science or computer engineering

Tools

SAP

AVEVA OSI PI

LIMS

Job description

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

SUMMARY

The Sr. Technical Analyst position is responsible for supporting and optimizing the Longview site's Information Systems (IS) and Information Technology (IT) applications and infrastructure that integrate with manufacturing and business operations. This role serves as the site subject matter expert for critical applications, databases, interfaces, servers, and supporting applications including but not limited to production planning, quality management, reporting, process visualization, and maintenance tracking. The position provides both functional and technical leadership for application support, system enhancements, strategic planning, change management, and project execution in the Information Systems and Information Technology environments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Information Systems Provide administration, configuration, maintenance, upgrades, and support for manufacturing and business applications.
  • Administer and maintain business-critical applications and relational databases.
  • Develop and maintain web-based application interfaces.
  • Monitor system performance, application interfaces, and critical services.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve application, server, database, and interface issues.
  • Manage support tickets, incidents, and service requests from business users.
  • Coordinate software updates, testing, and change management activities.
  • Ensure appropriate application security, access controls, and audit compliance.
  • Develop and deliver user training and maintain training materials.
  • Provide hands‑on support and technical guidance to site personnel.
• Information Technology Support IT network infrastructure that hosts and enables business-critical applications.
  • Maintain and support network servers.
  • Monitor performance and troubleshoot communication interface issues.
  • Coordinate, implement, and deploy updates and testing of network infrastructure.
• Project Execution and Strategic Planning Define project scopes and objectives for new or modified application systems. Design and implement application enhancements, interfaces, reports, and workflows. Develop technical specifications and oversee implementation. Perform testing, validate functionality, and resolve defects. Coordinate with vendors, implementation partners, and internal stakeholders. Ensure solutions are scalable and support future business requirements. Partner with business leaders to identify opportunities for efficiency and process improvements. Evaluate system capabilities and recommend technology solutions. Maintain a 3–5 year strategic roadmap for assigned applications and processes. Assess impacts of proposed changes on future upgrades and operational requirements.

TECHNICAL AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• SQL relational database administration and development
• .NET development (VB.NET and ASP.NET)
• Web development skills (JSON and Java)
• Microsoft applications
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Excellent ability to communicate technical concepts to end users and leadership
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Strong ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast‑paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Self‑motivated with minimal supervision
• Strong continuous improvement mindset
• Desired strong experience in:
  • SAP technical skills (ABAP, S/4 HANA), configuration, interfaces, and maintenance
  • AVEVA OSI PI systems and interfaces
  • LIMS / ThermoFisher Sample Manager systems
  • Manufacturing data historian technologies
  • Network and virtual server configurations

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• College degree in the field of computer science or computer engineering required.
• Minimum of 8 years equivalent work experience in software development and administration preferred.
• Desired 8 years equivalent work experience in a manufacturing plant environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This job is performed mainly in control room or office setting; physical presence is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; have full use and range of motion of arms, hands and fingers to reach, grasp, hold, push or pull, twist, and work with tools; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to perform tasks that may require bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lying down or working from elevated platforms. The employee must be able to move safely over uneven terrain or in confined spaces. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to see details of objects that are more/less than a few feet away; see differences between colors, shades and brightness and determine the distance between objects. This job requires response to audible emergency alarms inside of the plant. Employee must be able to evacuate when required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee must be able to work in a normal factory environment, including enclosed spaces and exposure to various hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, flame retardant clothing, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

ABOUT US

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer.

Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods.

Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings.

Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®.

To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com