Process Technician – Sulfuric Plant Operator & Growth

ECOVYST CATALYST TECHNOLOGIES LLC; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefit package

401k matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

ECOVYST CATALYST TECHNOLOGIES LLC in Baytown, TX is seeking a Process Technician to operate plant equipment safely and reliably in a rotating shift, with opportunities to support the Production Manager in their absence.

This hands-on role requires experience with sulfuric acid operations, strong safety focus, and a willingness to work with hazardous chemicals and maintenance activities such as logs, inspections, and supporting contractors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 7–10+ years of sulfuric acid operation experience, plus 1-year Process Technology certificate
• TWIC required
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to wear PPE and respiratory protection
• Able to perform under stress during emergencies or high-pressure situations

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties with safety protocols and regulatory requirements
• Handle hazardous chemicals and waste per laws
• Monitor unit conditions and troubleshoot deviations
• Maintain gauge/shift logs (paper or electronic logs)
• Inspect fire extinguishers, PPE, and safety showers
• Perform chemical tests to ensure product specs
• Complete SAP maintenance work orders for equipment
• Prepare equipment for maintenance via Lockout/Tagout
• Ensure SOPs/COPs/EOPs are followed
• Review management of changes and incident reports
• Collaborate with contractors and engineers on projects and audits
• Inspect environmental and housekeeping conditions of the unit
• Perform other duties/projects as assigned

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

PPE usage

Stress resilience

Education

High school diploma or GED; 1-year Process Technology certificate

Tools

SAP

iProcess

Job description

ECOVYST CATALYST TECHNOLOGIES LLC in Baytown, TX is seeking a Process Technician to operate plant equipment safely and reliably in a rotating shift, with opportunities to support the Production Manager in their absence.

This hands-on role requires experience with sulfuric acid operations, strong safety focus, and a willingness to work with hazardous chemicals and maintenance activities such as logs, inspections, and supporting contractors.