Process Operator

Braskem; Marcus Hook (Delaware County); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Leave benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Braskem is hiring for a contractor role in Marcus Hook within the Manufacturing department. The position involves rail yard operations, including inspecting hopper cars, loading product, and operating pumps and compressors.

The contractor will ensure safety and train other staff as needed. Candidate should have at least 2 years of industrial experience, ideally in a chemical plant setting, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year work experience required.
• Prefer candidate with a chemical plant or industrial plant background.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, wash, and clean hopper cars.
• Load finished product and maintain the rail yard.
• Start pumps and compressors safely.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and regulations.
• Troubleshoot and train others in safe operation.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Training others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pumps and compressors

Unipol process knowledge

Job description

With a strategy centered on people and sustainability, Braskem is engaged in contributing to the value chain to strengthen the Circular Economy. Braskem’s 9,000 team members dedicate themselves every day to improving people's lives through sustainable solutions in chemicals and plastics. With its corporate DNA rooted in innovation, Braskem offers a comprehensive portfolio of plastic resins and chemical products for diverse industries, such as food packaging, construction, manufacturing, automotive, agribusiness, health and hygiene, and more. With 40 industrial units in Brazil, the United States, Mexico, and Germany, Braskem exports its products to clients in over 70 countries.

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Marcus Hook

Travel Involved: 0%

Job Type: Contractor

Position Overview: This position is for a contractor to be hired through a third party. There is no guarantee of a full‑time offer from Braskem, but if an opportunity becomes available, you will be considered.

Primary Responsibilities

• Inspect, wash, and clean hopper cars
• Load finished product
• Maintain the rail yard
• Startup associated pumps and compressors
• Compliance with safety rules and regulations
• Troubleshoot
• Training

Key Responsibilities Include

• The duties associated with loading the finished product include, but are not limited to, tare weighing, operating loading slingers, monitoring silo levels and product type, sampling, and gross weighing.
• In order to maintain the rail yard, the operator must be proficient in the safe operation of the company's track mobile and engine. The operator also controls the segregation of all cars (dirty, clean, full, reject, etc.) and completes the Daily Activity Report.
• The operator is responsible for the safe startup, operation, and shutdown of various pumps and compressors as plant needs dictate.
• Operator has the responsibility for the cleanliness of the wash/load building, due to the large volume of pellets handled by the operator.
• Operator is responsible for the safe operation of associate process and equipment. The operator must be knowledgeable of the chemical hazards, along with the possible dangers associated with railcar loading and moving. The operator must be aware of potential problems that may lead to an unsafe work area.
• Operator must be able to troubleshoot process with a high degree of accuracy. Due to the complexity of the process, the operator must possess all the knowledge of all the logic associated with it. Mechanical knowledge is essential for troubleshooting process equipment, such as pumps, compressors, and track mobiles.
• The operator must be able to train others to maintain the safe operation of said areas efficiently.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 year work experience required.
• Prefer candidate with a chemical plant or industrial plant background.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience

• Good mechanical aptitude with organizational and communication skills.
• Proven ability to make sound decisions and troubleshoot.
• Proven ability to work well with other employees.
• Knowledge of Unipol process preferred.
• Knowledge of chemical pumps and compressors preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to climb 150 ft. structures via stairway and vertical ladders as needed.
• Must be able to lift 50 pound buckets.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Life Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• A wide range of voluntary benefits like Pet Insurance, Legal and ID Theft Insurance
• Flexible work schedules like 9/80 schedules for eligible team members

Equal Employment Opportunity

Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States without the need for any type of sponsorship now or in the future. Braskem is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees according to applicable law. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the Talent Acquisition team.