Process Control Technician

Chemour; Offerman (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives

Volunteer Days

Job summary

Chemours is seeking a Process Control Technician to join the IT/OT team in Patterson, GA. You will maintain and repair PLC/HMI systems, support 24/7 production, and collaborate with Operations and Engineering to implement control projects.

The role requires hands-on experience with process control, calibration records, and cyber security compliance. A high school diploma with PLC certs or equivalent is expected; a bachelor’s is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with relevant certifications in PLCs or equivalent.
• Experience with process control systems, SCADA and data historians preferred.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, troubleshooting and documentation practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair PLC and HMI systems to support 24/7 production.
• Troubleshoot process control issues and document investigations.
• Coordinate with Electrical/Instrumentation and Operations for project starts.
• Perform backups, patches, antivirus updates and inventory control.
• Support process control change requests and improve plant efficiency.

Skills

Computer hardware skills

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PLC certificate or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

SCADA systems knowledge

Telemetry systems knowledge

Fiber optic and Ethernet networks knowledge

Data historians experience

Job description

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CHEMISTRY AND THE WORLDFrom the frontline to the back office, every Chemours employee is part of something bigger than themselves as together we work to create a better world through the power of our chemistry.Chemours is a $6.3 billion company with a portfolio of products and processes that enable technologies and products that people use every day in their lives. From cellular phones to lower emission vehicles, to 5G communications and clean energy from hydrogen, we’re collaborating with customers to make these innovations more capable. Simply said, we use our chemistry to change lives, shape markets, and redefine industries—one improvement at a time.Chemours is seeking a Process Control Technician to join our growing IT/OT team! This position will report directly to the Senior IT Service Delivery Lead at our Patterson, GA location.The Process Control Technician is responsible for maintaining an efficient computer-based process control system and promoting and optimizing its use through ongoing development. The role is also responsible for maintaining, adjusting, and repairing control system and related equipment.The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:Ensure all work is performed within company, state, and federal regulations, standards, statutes, policies, and proceduresMaintain and repair process control systems (e.g. PLC, HMI) and peripherals to support production demand for multiple 24/7 manufacturing processesProvide technical assistance to Electrical/Instrumentation, Operations and Technical in troubleshooting and incident investigation of process control related issues, including documentation and tracking of systemic issuesWork with Electrical/Instrumentation Technicians, Operations, Technical and Engineering to ensure successful installation, checkout, and startup of process control related projects and interlock checks.Perform backup, patching, antivirus update and inventory control of all process control systems to meet corporate disaster recovery plan and cyber security compliance requirementsImplement vendor’s corrective actions and/or recommendations that are applicable to site process control systemsFollow site management of change requirements for and maintain accurate configuration documentation of all process control systemsConfigure process control systems and other process control related equipment based upon guidance from Process Control Engineers and Operations to perform manufacturing tasks safely, along with design and implementation of process control change requests related to logic and control strategiesIdentify issues causing down time events. Initiate appropriate actions to maximize plant availability and minimize issues by enlisting support services from within and outside the departmentContribute to improvements in processing plant efficiencies through plant process improvements, day to day troubleshooting and long-term problem solving with the installed process control systemSupports ongoing technical advances in the process control system by staying up to date with latest technology and developments with respect to process controlSupport maintenance planner in the preventative maintenance program for instrumentation equipmentMaintain calibration performance and records for instrumentationSupport process control and instrumentation requirements of plant upgradesWork with site-based Electricians in the fault finding of instruments and repair / replace as requiredRetain the integrity of the process control system through the maintenance of up-to-date image copies of the database and performs system maintenance checks and run time repairsMaintain process control system hardware and sparesImprove system familiarity for relevant operations and maintenance personnel through the provision of trainingImprove faultfinding and understanding by fully documenting the system softwareDocument completed work in SAP Work Management ProcessThe following is required for this role:High School Diploma or equivalent GED and industry experience with relevant certificationsCertificate in Programmable Logic Control (PLC) or equivalent experienceAt least 3 years of operational experience in an industrial plantComputer hardware skillsA valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving recordProficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, or PowerPointThe following is preferred for this role:Bachelor’s degree in a related fieldElectrical certificateKnowledge and experience working with the SCADA (system control and data acquisition) systems and data historians.Knowledge of telemetry systems, automatic process control techniques, and fiber optic and ethernet networksBenefits:Competitive CompensationComprehensive Benefits Packages401(k) MatchEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramTuition ReimbursementCommuter BenefitsLearning and Development OpportunitiesStrong Inclusion and Diversity InitiativesCompany-paid Volunteer DaysWe’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.Chemours is an E-Verify employerCandidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodationImmigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this positionDon’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we’re operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.