Control Room Operator-I

Lofton Security Service, Inc.; Jeanerette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Lofton Security Service, Inc. is seeking a Control Room Operator I to monitor and control plant operations via DCS/HMI interfaces. You will respond to alarms, track process trends, and communicate with field operators and supervision to maintain safe conditions.

The role requires strong documentation, communication, and safety mindset, with training and certifications completed as needed to ensure compliant operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with control room operations or process monitoring is preferred.
• Proficiency in interpreting DCS/HMI interfaces and process data.
• Ability to document operational activities accurately and timely.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are required.
• willingness to complete required training and certifications

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate plant systems using DCS/HMI interfaces.
• Track process trends, alarms, production rates, and equipment status.
• Maintain safe, stable process conditions within operating limits.
• Respond to alarms and abnormal conditions and coordinate with supervision.
• Coordinate equipment checks, adjustments, and troubleshooting.
• Record production, logs, and shift reports accurately.
• Perform thorough shift handoffs and communicate priorities.
• Support emergency procedures and safety meetings.

Skills

DCS/HMI systems

Alarm management

Documentation

Communication

Safety compliance

Training/certifications

Job description

We are seeking a Control Room Operator I to monitor and control plant operations through DCS/HMI systems. This role is responsible for maintaining safe and stable process conditions, responding to alarms, monitoring equipment and production, and communicating closely with field operators and supervision.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and operate plant systems using DCS/HMI interfaces
• Monitor process trends, alarms, production rates, equipment status, and utilities
• Maintain process conditions within established operating limits
• Respond to alarms and abnormal operating conditionsCommunicate and coordinate with field operators and supervision
• Coordinate equipment checks, process adjustments, and troubleshooting
• Monitor production, inventories, and tank levels
• Support safe equipment startups, shutdowns, and return-to-service activities
• Coordinate with Maintenance during equipment outages and repairs
• Monitor product quality and coordinate sampling as needed
• Maintain accurate control room logs, production records, and shift reports
• Complete thorough shift handoffs and communicate ongoing issues and priorities
• Support emergency response procedures when required
• Participate in safety meetings, training, and required certifications
• Follow all safety, environmental, quality, and operating procedures
• Support continuous improvement and operator training as needed
• Perform additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous control room, process operations, or industrial experience preferred
• Experience with DCS/HMI systems preferred
• Strong understanding of process monitoring and equipment operation
• Ability to monitor multiple systems and respond appropriately to alarms
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to accurately document operational activities
• Ability to work safely in an industrial environment
• Must be willing to complete required training and certifications