Operator

Indorama Ventures Public Company Limited; Port Neches (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

WellHub / TotalPass

Life insurance

Other exclusive benefits

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co in Port Neches, TX is seeking a process operator to perform rounds, monitor equipment, and ensure production meets specifications. You will follow safety policies, collect samples, and assist with maintenance and energy optimization.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, plus an Associate Degree in Process Operating Technology or relevant refinery experience. TWIC credentials and solid communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate Degree in Process Operating Technology preferred.
• 5 years of relevant operations experience in a petrochemical or refinery setting preferred.
• TWIC credential required or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Perform rounds to ensure equipment operates at target rates and in-spec production.
• Monitor and troubleshoot process equipment; communicate issues to supervision/engineering.
• Take samples of raw material, unit streams, finished products, and shipping materials as scheduled.
• Complete rotating equipment checks, lubrication, leaks repair, and instrument bleed-down as needed.
• Collaborate with team to identify process problems and communicate them upward.
• Support energy optimization and contribute to shift handoffs and safety meetings.
• Participate in audits, investigations, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain housekeeping in production areas and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Strong written & oral communication

TWIC credential

MS Office & Internet proficient

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Process Operating Technology

5 years petrochemical/refinery ops experience

Job description

We are looking for innovative, collaborative professionals who are ready to embrace the challenge of working in a company that is constantly expanding internationally.

Responsibilities

Operators make required rounds to ensure proper equipment operation and to perform required visual and olfactory inspections. Ensure unit is operating at target rates and production is on-spec. Monitor operating equipment and ensure it is operating within desired ranges. Handles maintenance items in assigned area including safing of equipment. Identifies problem areas with the unit and communicates suggestions to unit supervision, engineering or other appropriate associates.

What will be expected from you?

• Complete a site Safety Orientation and follow all Operator safety and environmental policies. Assures compliance with all applicable government regulations for safety and environmental matters.
• Monitor production and equipment operations during actual production runs to assure target rates are achieved and the product is within specifications.
• Draws raw material, unit stream, finished product and shipping samples as required by the unit sampling schedule.
• Complete rotating equipment checklists each shift, lubricate as necessary, tighten valve packing, correct leaks, and blow down instrument transmitter legs as needed.
• Team to identify process problem areas and learning how to communicate them up and through the organization using appropriate means of communication.
• Ensure execution of unit energy optimization plan.
• Participate in shift handoffs at and other key operator communications meetings.
• Participates in audits, investigations, HAZOPs, PHA’s and quality efforts in the areas.
• Maintains good housekeeping of equipment, control rooms, and the production areas.
• Clearing and LOTO of equipment to prep for Maintenance.
• Manager in process and raw material samples as necessary to assure operations performance.
• Troubleshoot process and mechanical related issues in the process and work with Console Operators and Maintenance to safely address and resolve issues to maintain production.
• Ensure that the activities are carried out to comply with the integrated management system, as applicable (safety, food safety, GMP, health, environmental, quality and responsible care requirements).
• Essential functions require presence in the workplace on a regular basis and an ability to work extra hours if needed. If applicable, ability to work overtime may be needed to ensure required staffing capacity to meet daily production objectives.
• Work collaboratively with team members with different backgrounds and perspectives.
• Assists other employees in accomplishments of Indorama company goals. Follows instructions and performs other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.
• Participates in Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives as set forth by the company.
• Participates in and completes company required training programs.

What are we looking for in the ideal candidate?

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required, Associate Degree in Process Operating Technology is preferred.
• Associate Degree in Process Operating Technology or 5 years relevant operations experience in a petrochemical or refinery setting is required.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Must have a level of proficiency with Internet, Email and Microsoft Office programs.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• WellHub / TotalPass
• Life insurance
• Other exclusive benefits

The division you’ll be joining is a global leader in the chemical industry. We offer a broad portfolio of solutions and high delivery standards to markets such as Crop Solutions, Home and Personal Care, Coatings, Energy & Resources, and Performance Products.

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