Chemcial Process Operator I

A-Gas Americas; Rhome (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement program

Training certifications

Job summary

A-Gas Americas is hiring a Process Operator I to support the operation of state-of-the-art refrigerant distillation columns. You will perform process setups, teardowns, transfers, and safety checks to help meet site production goals.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 2+ years in chemical processing; associates degree preferred. Training and certifications will be provided, with a focus on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years chemical process experience or associate degree preferred.
• HazMat and EPA 608 certifications obtainable.
• Strong math and mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with pumps, hoses and compressors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of the distillation column by assisting the Operator II and Lead Operator in work assignments, managing the production of Blends, Chemical Transfers, ISO movements.
• Support the daily supervision and monitoring of tank farm and facility controls, (pressure gauges, scale monitors).
• Report any faults, site, and maintenance issues to leadership to ensure site safety and product quality.
• Responsible for updating daily production results, leak check results, and performance by task.
• Encourage and participate in a Health and Safety culture to ensure a safe practicing environment.

Skills

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Pumps

Hoses

Compressors

Lockout/Tag Out

Job description

Process Operator I

Who are we?

A-Gas is a global leader in the responsible lifecycle management of specialty chemicals and gases. As the world's largest halocarbon reclamation company, we are constantly striving to drive technology and innovation into our business to continue to provide our customers with the best environmental solutions. For more information on A-Gas, please visit us at www.agas.com/us.

The Process Operator I is responsible to support the running of our state-of-the-art refrigerant distillation columns. In this role, you will complete process setups, teardowns, transfers, bulk tank movements, and safety checks. The Process Operator role is a vital part of our goal to increase gas processing capacity at our site, come join our growing team in a career with A-Gas.

Why A-Gas?

Starting pay $25 - $28 depending on experience. A-Gas offers generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), a 401(k), company-paid short-term & long-term disability, life insurance, training initiatives, professional certifications, and a tuition reimbursement program. It is an exciting time to be a part of A-Gas, come grow with us!

Shift Work Expectations

• 12 hours 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM, or 7:30 PM to 7:30 AM


• The schedule is a rotation of 4 days on 3 days off, then 3 days on 4 days off


• Each shift rotates quarterly from days to nights


• Enjoy 3 or 4 days off a week making this an ideal schedule

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain safe operation of the distillation column by assisting the Operator II and Lead Operator in work assignments, managing the production of Blends, Chemical Transfers, ISO movements.


• Support the daily supervision and monitoring of tank farm and facility controls, (pressure gauges, scale monitors).


• Report any faults, site, and maintenance issues to leadership to ensure site safety and product quality.


• Responsible for updating daily production results, leak check results, and performance by task.


• Encourage and participate in a Health and Safety culture to ensure a safe practicing environment.


• Uphold company policy and practices for self and peers, related to health and safety.


• Responsible for ensuring that quality control is implemented on a constant basis.


• Any other tasks, as required

Experience, Knowledge, and Qualification

Essential

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;


• 2+ years Chemical Process Experience or Associates Degree preferred


• Must be able to obtain HazMat Certification and EPA 608 Certification


• Must have excellent math skills


• Mechanical aptitude


• Experience in manufacturing, or in the Chemicals industry or Production Processes


• Previous experience with Pumps, Hose, Compressors, PMS, Lockout Tag Out


• Experience with Microsoft 365, including Excel/Word

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.