Operations Technician I

Colonial Group; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Elessent Clean Technologies is seeking an Operations Technician to support sulfuric acid production and related processes. You will operate, monitor, and maintain equipment, perform routine testing, and assist in safety and environmental stewardship across the plant.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with 2+ years in industrial plant operations or maintenance; PLC/HMI familiarity and proficiency with MS Office are desirable; a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate alignment with Company Core Values and Avon Employee Attributes.
• Active participant in 1st party audit program and meet zero overdue audits.
• Trained and proficient in packout, Level 1 Control room/field operations, raw materials handling.
• Perform autonomous maintenance and 5S/housekeeping tasks associated with job duties.
• Be vigilant and observant of plant conditions and address issues per procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safety, Health and Environmental stewardship in daily work and during shifts.
• Operate plant in startup/shutdown and normal run modes with attention to process safety.
• Assist maintenance with tasks and participate in continuous improvement.
• Contribute to quality investigations and adherence to core values.
• Follow schedules, checklists and document work performed.

Skills

PLC/HMI familiarity

Microsoft Office Suite

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or trade certifications (preferred)

Tools

PLC/HMI programming tools

Industrial maintenance tools

Job description

Operations Technician

Elessent Clean Technologies is a global leader in process technologies to drive sustainability and carbon neutrality in the metal, fertilizer, chemical, and oil refining industries with an unwavering commitment to customer support. We provide extensive global expertise across our portfolio of offerings in key applications – MECS® sulfuric acid production, STRATCO® alkylation, BELCO® wet scrubbing, and IsoTherming® hydroprocessing. Offering critical process equipment, products, technology, and services, we enable an array of industrial markets, including phosphate fertilizer, non-ferrous metals, oil refining, petrochemicals, and chemicals, to minimize their environmental impact and optimize productivity. We are dedicated to helping our customers produce high-quality products used in everyday life in the safest, most environmentally sound way possible, with a vision to make the world a better place by creating clean alternatives to traditional industrial processes.

Using specialized industrial equipment and chemical ingredients, Operating Technicians perform all the manufacturing, packaging, and raw material unloading associated with the manufacture of sulfuric acid catalyst pellets and intermediates. The operations team is responsible for safety and emergency leadership in the plant.

The operations team is a three-member team that rotates through all job assignments and tasks (as training and skill progression allow) to create a flexible, cross-functional work team. The team is responsible for the safe and efficient startup, shutdown, and operation of the plant as well as autonomous maintenance, housekeeping (5S), and general manufacturing plant upkeep. Operating Technicians perform routine analytical and quality acceptance testing on finished products and intermediates, and routinely assist the maintenance department with maintenance jobs and projects. Team members are also required to participate in plant quality and core value investigations, plant committees, continuous improvement activities, and other special projects and duties assigned.

All duties to be performed according to the established standard and in compliance with all company policies and procedures while maintaining regular, prompt attendance and availability for overtime as needed:

• Safety and Health and Environmental Stewardship - Be personally committed to protecting the safety and health of yourself and your teammates. Manage work to protect the environment and be in regulatory compliance.
• Perform all work in accordance with the Company's core values—When necessary, STOP WORK, and ACT to ensure alignment with core values before continuing.
• Respect for People - Treat all teammates/employees, contractors, and business partners with professionalism, dignity, and respect, fostering an environment of trust where people can contribute, innovate, and excel.
• Highest Ethical Behavior - Conduct all plant business in accordance with the highest ethical standards. Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate.
• Demonstrate personal behavior aligned with the Avon Catalyst Plant Employee Attributes
• Operational Discipline – Perform work in alignment with company policy and procedure.
• Interdependent – Be mutually dependent on team members to reach a common goal—cooperate and communicate effectively. Show initiative and support team.
• Problem Solving and Continuous Improvement – Actively seek ways to eliminate waste and make improvements. Support a creative and collaborative team environment.
• Accountable, Trustful, and Trustworthy – Be responsible and accountable--admit and learn from mistakes. Perform/act appropriately without supervision. Give and receive honest and fair feedback. Do your best to perform high-quality work. Actively support/engage in decision-making processes
• Driven – Strive vigorously towards goals and objectives. Use time productively. Be organized.
• Flexible – Adapt and adjust to differing conditions. Be open to diverse perspectives and new ways of doing things.
• Learn/Teach/Learn – Actively drive personal and team learning and development. Actively seek learning opportunities and be personally responsible for completing required training. Share information openly.
• Care for Company Property and Facilities – Keep facilities clean and orderly. Take care of tools and equipment.

Requirements - Operations Tech 1:

• Demonstrate behavior and alignment with Company Core Values and Avon Employee Attributes
• Active participant in 1st party audit program and meet zero overdue principle for audits and required training o
• Trained and proficient in performing all tasks, per the training matrix/checklist for:
• Packout
• Level 1 Control room/field operations
• Raw materials unloading/handling
• Hazardous waste labeling and handling
• Perform autonomous maintenance and 5S/housekeeping tasks associated with job duties
• Perform all standard work in accordance with schedules and checklists
• Be vigilant and observant of plant/product conditions--act to correct or mitigate any safety, core value, quality, or facility/equipment issues that arise

Education/Experience

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Associate degree, trade certifications, or other relevant professional certifications (preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of industrial plant operations or maintenance experience or equivalent education

Technical Proficiency

• PLC/HMI familiarity and Microsoft Office Suite knowledge, indicating proficiency in using industrial automation and software tools for manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge, skills, and ability to safely operate industrial manufacturing equipment and maintenance tools, showcasing technical competence in equipment operation.

Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving

• Experience with troubleshooting and problem-solving, demonstrating the ability to identify and address issues effectively in an industrial setting.

Communication Skills

• Excellent communication skills, essential for effective collaboration and information exchange within the manufacturing environment.

Driver's License Requirement

• Possession of a valid driver's license, enabling transportation for work-related tasks and responsibilities.

Positions are open to candidates authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Elessent Clean Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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