Job Posting Title Chemical Operations Technician

Trinseo PLC; Dalton (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinseo PLC in Dalton, GA is seeking a Chemical Process Technician to join the Operations Team at the latex plant. The role focuses on the safe, reliable operation of a highly automated facility and reports directly to the Operations Leader.

Candidates should have strong problem-solving and computer skills, mechanical aptitude, and a high school diploma. A valid driver’s license is required and forklift operation training will be provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Ability to drive a fork truck (training provided).
• Prior operating experience or maintenance in a production facility is preferred (2–10 years).
• Prior experience utilizing Distributed Process Control Systems is preferred (2–10 years).
• Chemical handling experience preferred.
• Must be able to wear a Full Face Respirator and be successfully fit tested.
• Must be able to work a rotating shift.

Responsibilities

• Monitor process control computer systems to ensure safe, compliant, high quality operations.
• Follow procedures and complete tasks and inspections to keep the plant compliant.
• Perform laboratory analytical tests to verify product quality.
• Operate Wastewater Treatment and Utilities essential to run the latex plant.
• Troubleshoot process equipment and perform routine maintenance.
• Complete SWP, LOTO, and procedure reviews for safe operation.
• Interface with electronic computer systems and report plant measurements.
• Work to align operational activities with plant and business goals.

Skills

Computer skills

Process control systems

Problem solving

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Critical thinking

Information processing

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Distributed Control Systems

Forklift operation

Aerial lifts

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The Chemical Process Technician will play an integral part in the Dalton Operations Team. The ideal candidate will excel in problem solving, critical thinking, information processing, mechanical aptitude, computer skills, process thinking, and teamwork skills. These skills are applied in the safe, reliable, operation of a modern highly automated plant.

This onsite role will be located at the Dalton, GA latex plant and report directly to the Operations Leader.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring process control computer systems to ensure safe, environmentally compliant, high quality and reliable operations.
• Following procedures and completing a diverse range of tasks and inspections to keep the plant in compliance with external and internal requirements.
• Completing laboratory analytical tests to verify product quality.
• Operates Wastewater Treatment plant and Utilities required to run the Latex Plant like: CTW, Boiler, wastewater treatment
• Performing field checks and troubleshooting of process equipment, unsafe conditions, alarm assessment, routine equipment repairs, and preventative maintenance.
• Complete SWP, LOTO, Procedure Reviews to ensure we maintain a safe and compliance operation.
• Interfaces well with many electronic computer systems.
• Collecting and reporting plant measurements related to performance, asset utilization, quality, costs yields, EH&S, production rates, etc.
• Understands chemical processing fundamentals in reaction kinetics, thermodynamics and mass transfer.
• Identifying opportunities for improvement and makes improvements when appropriate.
• Ensuring operational activities and process performance are aligned with plant and business goals.
• Maintains a clean, organized and professional work environment at all times.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Strong computer skills are required, especially in Microsoft products.
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Ability to drive a fork truck will be required (training will be provided).
• Prior operating experience or maintenance experience in a production facility is preferred (2 to 10 years).
• Prior experience utilizing Distributed Process Control Systems for optimal plant operations is not required, but highly preferred (2 to 10 years)
• Chemical handling prior experience is preferred.
• Technical skills required; basic mechanical skills to troubleshoot pumps, automated valves, instrumentation, etc.
• Must be physically able to climb stairs and ladders and lift up to 50 pounds. During periods of plant shutdown, prolonged walking, bending, and squatting are also required.
• Must be able to work some type of rotating shift.
• Must be comfortable working at heights and using aerial lifts.
• Must be able to work independently without a lot of supervision.
• Must be able to wear a Full Face Respirator and be successfully fit tested.

Equity and InclusionWith our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences, and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, personal style, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, work and life experiences and many more factors contribute to this diversity. We welcome all applicants, regardless of their backgrounds, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.