Operator

INEOS; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

INEOS Phenol is seeking a Process Operator in Pasadena, TX. You will load materials, monitor process parameters, and manage equipment to meet production goals. You will work with engineers to update procedures and ensure safety compliance.

Electrical and mechanical skills help you perform instrument checks, valve operations, and routine maintenance in a fast-paced plant environment. The role requires a High School diploma with preferred AAS in Process Technology and strong communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; chemical plant ops experience helpful.
• AAS degree in Process Technology preferred; ongoing training may be provided.
• Strong communication and mechanical aptitude required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety as the highest priority and follow INEOS safety policies.
• Operate process equipment via DCS to meet production goals.
• Monitor readings, adjust valves, and feed materials as required.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance and coordinate with engineers on procedures.
• Conduct inspections for leaks, hazards, and instrument readings.
• Complete required training and participate in safety briefings.
• Oversee truck loading and railcar handling per procedures.
• Maintain logs of operations, readings, and interventions.

Skills

Effective communication

Mechanical skills

Education

High School Diploma

AAS in Process Technology preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

DCS Systems

Job description

Company

INEOS Phenol

Interested in joining a winning team? A team whose employees share in the ownership of the business and are empowered to make a difference.

Job Title

Process Operator

Location

Pasadena, TX

Organizational Context and Job Purpose

INEOS Phenol is the world’s largest producer of phenol and acetone with an annual manufacturing capacity of over 3 million tonnes per annum. We employ around 600 people across four sites, located in Antwerp (Belgium), Gladbeck (Germany), Marl (Germany), Mobile, AL and Pasadena, TX. Our markets are growing worldwide, and our integrated assets provide a competitive global manufacturing base to serve customers and meet their needs around the world.

How the Role Fits In

Load product into tank trucks and railcars and unload raw materials from tank trucks and railcars. Monitor process utilities such as cooling water, air compressors, and wastewater treatment.

Manipulate valve lineups to transfer chemicals, purge and clear process lines as required, and perform walk‑out transfers to ensure no leaks or spills.

Take daily readings on process parameters such as levels, pressures, and temperatures. Prepare equipment for maintenance activities and work with engineers to update or create procedures.

Monitor and control process equipment and machinery using a DCS to meet production goals safely and effectively in accordance with company policies, safety, health, and environmental rules, and ensure the quality of raw materials and product.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Maintain safety as the highest priority and abide by all INEOS safety policies and procedures.
• Understand and promote the INEOS “20 Principles of Safety”, assuring personnel are aware of safe working practices and promoting the safety concepts of “Coaching for Safety” and “Stop Work”.
• Promote safety and safe actions through communication such as discussing safety with employees/contractors before job tasks, during meetings, and when opportunities arise to promote safety to the fullest extent possible.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulatory requirements and strive to meet internal SHE objectives.
• Ensure completion of own and direct subordinate training requirements as outlined in the annual training schedule.
• Confer with peers, technical and supervisory personnel to report or resolve conditions affecting safety, efficiency and product quality.
• Make shift relief at the beginning and end of each shift and keep a daily log for the work area.
• Feed specified amounts of materials into vessels or tanks; turn valves to feed liquid and gaseous materials through equipment units; set controls in the specified sequence to start automatic feed.
• Turn valves or move controls to maintain system at specified temperature and pressure.
• Observe chemical reactions; monitor gauges, signals, and recorders; make specified operating adjustments on such equipment as pumps, compressors, reactors, distillation columns, heat exchangers, etc.
• Draw samples of products for laboratory analysis. Use GC and other lab equipment to analyze samples. Maintain a log of gauge readings and shift production.
• Make repeated trips through the entire plant area to visually inspect equipment for leaks and hazards and record gauge readings.
• Prepare equipment safely for maintenance work. Use appropriate tools and personal protective equipment to properly open, close, remove and secure items.
• Maintain up‑to‑date certifications, qualifications and training records based on the INEOS operator progression policy.
• Assist in emergency response situations. Fire brigade participation is required.
• Perform truck loading operations.
• Spot railcars in a safe, accurate and efficient manner, following all rules governing railroad switching.
• Inspect rail track and notify the proper personnel of repair work to be performed.
• Unload LPG rail cars.
• Conduct locomotive inspection, complete daily engine checklist and schedule diesel fuel for the engine when required.
• Move and stop the locomotive through radio communications and hand signals.
• Anticipate and solve routine process problems and correct alarm situations in the area to minimize additional process upsets and costs.
• Know the location, condition and proper use of safety equipment in the assigned area; report abnormalities for repair to ensure prompt prevention of hazards.
• Complete all assigned trainings and participate in assigned meetings.
• Be available for overtime coverage, even if short notice is given.
• Understand all safety procedures and follow safety policies to set an example and instruct personnel working in the assigned area on safety precautions.

Education and Experience

High school diploma. Prior chemical plant operations experience helpful. Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Process Technology preferred.

Skills and Knowledge Required

Must be able to communicate effectively and have good mechanical skills.

The following office equipment will be required: personal computer, calculator, multi‑line telephone, copier, printer, scanner, fax.

The following software may be required: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Skype, Visio, Adobe (PDF), SharePoint, SAP, Microsoft Project.

The following site systems may be required: Honeywell Distributed Control System, Uniformance Data Historian, LIMS, TrainingMine, TenForce, Esker, Department SharePoints.

Line Management Responsibility

See organizational chart.

Physical Requirements

Physical work. Consistent use of tools and handling of process equipment and machinery. Climbing stairs, lifting, etc. Ability to wear respirator.

Possible Conditions

Required to be present in the chemical unit often. This could include rainy, cold or hot weather conditions.

Disclaimer

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).

Cultural Statement

Our culture is one of honesty and integrity with an emphasis on safety, health and environmental performance. On our team, people are acknowledged for embracing new practices that help create real value for customers.