Chlor-Alkali Technical Manager

OxyChem; Gregory (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

OxyChem Ingleside Plant in Gregory, Texas is seeking a Technical Manager to lead our technical team and ensure safe, reliable operation of plant processes. The role focuses on process engineering, project leadership, and driving cost-effective improvements across the site.

You will mentor engineers, manage budgets, and develop systems to maintain compliance with PSM standards while delivering high productivity and environmental responsibility.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in process engineering and process supervision.
• Technical and presentation skills.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact and communicate on many levels of the organization is desirable.
• Physical requirements – lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs; PPE including respirator; respond to alarms.

Responsibilities

• Maintain environment protection and health and safety as highest priority.
• Provide attention to detail to ensure reliability and high product quality.
• Develop management systems to assure compliance to PSM standards (MOC’s, PHR’s, PSSR’s, Procedures, Audits).
• Ensure plant operations are safe and environmentally responsible while achieving productivity and cost targets.
• Mentor/coach Technical Team members and develop high-potential staff.
• Develop process-control talent to improve safety, environmental performance, and reduce costs.
• Lead cost-saving projects (fixed, variable, marginal income) and communicate status.
• Manage technical resources to achieve plant priorities on time and cost-effectively.
• Set vision and expectations for team members to drive organizational success.

Skills

Technical leadership

Process engineering

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

At OxyChem, our chemistry makes modern life possible, and it is our people who make the difference. We are a safety-first, purpose-driven team committed to innovation, environmental responsibility, and doing things the right way. If you are ready to contribute, elevate your skills, and take ownership of your career, OxyChem offers the opportunity to make a difference every day.

OxyChem, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading producer of essential chemistry with operations in the U.S., Canada and Latin America. OxyChem’s products play an essential role in everyday life, supporting critical applications in water treatment, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, personal hygiene, and residential and commercial construction. OxyChem actively participates in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration Voluntary Protection Program, underscoring our commitment to safety. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, OxyChem is a top three U.S. manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride, chlor-alkali and chlorinated organic chemicals, and calcium chloride. Visit oxychem.com for more information.

In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities.

We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Technical Manager with our Ingleside Plant located in Gregory, Texas.

Essential Job Duties

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as our highest priority.
• Provide attention to detail, and dedication to work in order to ensure reliability of the work site as well as high quality product.
• Develop management systems to assure compliance to PSM standards (MOC’s, PHR’s, PSSR’s, Procedures, Audits, etc.).
• Ensure plants operate in a safe and environmentally responsible manner while achieving high productivity and low costs.
• Mentor/coach Technical Team members to foster professional development. Identify and develop high potential team members.
• Develop process control talent to maintain and improve plant control systems. Use process control to improve safety, environmental performance and reduce costs.
• Provide leadership for the development and implementation of cost saving projects (fixed, variable and marginal income).
• Provide timely and effective communication of the status of technical projects/issues and team accomplishments.
• Manage all available technical resources (internal and external) to ensure timely and cost-effective achievement of plant priorities.
• Set the vision and expectations for team members to ensure organizational success.
• Maintain or develop an effective knowledge management system (technical documents) to retain the value of intellectual property.
• Manage Technical Department budget to ensure effective use and create value for OxyChem.
• Provide leadership to foster a “one” plant attitude.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering
• 10+ years’ experience in process engineering and process supervision
• Technical and presentation skills
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact and communicate on many levels of the organization is desirable
• Physical requirements – Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Open to future relocation

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