Process Technician I - Night Shift

Seaboard Energy; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Wellness programs

Job summary

Seaboard Energy is seeking a Process Technician to monitor field equipment, collect samples, and analyze data to support Operators and Lab Staff in meeting performance standards.

The role involves operating process controls, performing repairs, and ensuring equipment functions while following SOPs for safety and quality. Training for HAZWOPER and confined space rescue is included, with a focus on teamwork and preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Refinery experience preferred.
• Ability to learn and apply process parameters and control system functions while maximizing plant production yields.
• Capable of following detailed procedures utilizing complex data and responding to off-normal process conditions.
• Ability to maintain focus, respond to alarms, and changing conditions to complete tasks as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples, diagnose issues, prepare work orders, and oversee necessary repairs.
• Operate process controls and machinery; make adjustments to maintain performance within specified limits.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning correctly; adjust or report as necessary to maintain product quality.
• Follow SOPs to uphold safety, quality, and consistency standards; conduct annual SOP reviews for accuracy and updates.
• Troubleshoot operational issues; elevate complex problems to supervision; ensure parameters are within limits.
• Monitor equipment performance; coordinate routine repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Implement corrective actions based on lab results and input from Control Board Operator.
• Participate in start-up and shutdown procedures.
• Coordinate with external contractors and internal teams during maintenance events
• Assist with turnaround maintenance and special projects.
• Issue and maintain Safe Work Permits and associated special permits for all work in area.
• Follow safety, environmental, and health protocols; report concerns or incidents promptly.

Skills

Process control systems

Data trend interpretation

HAZWOPER training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Control systems software

Job description

SUMMARY

The Process Technician is responsible for field monitoring of equipment, sample collection and analysis, minor maintenance, and housekeeping in their assigned area of the facility. This role provides support to other Operators and Lab Staff to ensure operational standards are met.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect samples, diagnose issues, prepare work orders, and oversee necessary repairs.
• Operate process controls and machinery; make adjustments to maintain performance within specified limits.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning correctly; adjust or report as necessary to maintain product quality.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to uphold safety, quality, and consistency standards. Conduct annual reviews of SOPs for accuracy and update changes.
• Troubleshoot operational issues; elevate complex problems to supervision. Ensure operating parameters are maintained within required limits.
• Monitor equipment performance; coordinate routine repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Implement corrective actions based on lab results and input from Control Board Operator.
• Participate in start-up and shutdown procedures.
• Coordinate with external contractors and internal teams during maintenance events
• Assist with turnaround maintenance and special projects.
• Issues and maintains Safe Work Permits and associated special permits for all work being completed in assigned area.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and health protocols; report any concerns or incidents promptly.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Refinery experience preferred
• Ability to learn and apply process parameters and control system functions while maximizing plant production yields.
• Capable of following detailed procedures utilizing complex data and responding to off-normal process conditions
• Ability to maintain focus, respond to alarms, and changing conditions to complete tasked as assigned.
• Comfortable using computer-based control systems and interpreting data trends
• Complete necessary training to become HAZWOPER certified.
• Attend High Angle and confined space rescue as scheduled.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position is primarily operational and requires significant physical activity. The role involves frequent walking, standing, and stair climbing, along with lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs. Employees will regularly perform pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, kneeling, and climbing. Work is often conducted in outdoor environments and variable weather conditions, with exposure to elements such as heat, cold, and moisture. Adequate visual acuity for reading and monitoring equipment, as well as effective communication skills for verbal and written interactions, are essential. Employees must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) for their work areas.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment is based in assigned units of a manufacturing plant, with frequent mobility through all areas of production. This position will be exposed to all outside climate conditions. The noise level varies widely within different areas of production.

WHY JOIN SEABOARD ENERGY

• Traditional benefits include: competitive pay, affordable medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage, retirement savings plans for full-time and active employees, flexible spending accounts, life/AD&D insurance, family life insurance and employee assistance program.
• Other benefits: career training and advancement, discounted pork products, employee referral bonuses, wellness programs, annual family events and discount programs.

About Seaboard Energy

As a Seaboard Corporation company, we work collaboratively with the other Seaboard companies to promote sustainable energy projects, including but not limited to, the production of biodiesel and renewable diesel.