Production Operator Trainee

Huntsman; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntsman is seeking a Production Operator Trainee for its Houston Port facility in Texas. This full-time position involves training under qualified operators to manage equipment operations and ensure production specifications. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and some relevant experience; proficiency in basic computer skills is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with 1-2 years of experience in related fields.
• Proficiency with Internet, Email, and Microsoft programs.

Responsibilities

• Operates, starts up and shuts down process equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of process unit equipment and operations.
• Completes reports and maintains cleanliness of the work area.

Skills

Proficiency with Internet

Email

Microsoft programs

Education

High school diploma

Associate Degree

Job description

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Production Operator Trainee

Apply locations USA - Texas - Houston - Houston Port time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id J-018661

Job Description:

Production Operator Trainee

Huntsman is seeking a Production Operator Trainee supporting the Polyurethanes Division located in Houston Texas. This position will report to the Production Manager.

Job Scope

Through adherence to all established Operational and EH&S policies, procedures, and practices; trains with a qualified operator to perform all operational tasks necessary to achieve operator progression of the Houston Port TEROL operation.

In summary, as the Production Operator Trainee you will:

• Performs necessary work of a Operator C of the outside operation of operating, startup and shutdown of process equipment for the production of quality and on-spec products.
• Maintains current, detailed knowledge and understanding required of an Operator C of process unit equipment, unit operations, principles or operating methods used in the process and the effects of such operations on equipment involved.
• Makes periodic rounds of units, checking and/or adjusting process equipment to ensure proper operation, draws product samples for laboratory analysis and bases on laboratory analysis makes necessary changes in operating conditions.
• Completes reports and records data such as charts, operating data, Work Orders, and Safe Work Permits, using prescribed forms.
• Maintains good housekeeping habits to ensure the cleanliness, neatness, and order of work area and equipment.
• Monitors the safe handling, identification, storage, and removal of waste streams resulting from production activities.
• Completes all training assignments as assigned.
• Participates in site safety and environmental programs.
• 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 Huntsman 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.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma with 1-2 years of experience in related fields.

Skills and knowledge

• Must have a level of proficiency with Internet, Email, and Microsoft programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate Degree or 2+ years of experience in Process Technology or related fields.
• Associates degree with 6-12 months experience in a petrochemical plant.

Huntsman is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation and/or expression or any other characteristic protected by law in every location in which we have facilities national or local.

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About Us

Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2024 revenues more than $6 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 60 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 35 countries and employ approximately 6,500 associates within our three distinct business divisions. For more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at www.huntsman.com .