Production Technician

INEOS Joliet, LLC; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical producer in Channahon seeks a Production Technician to ensure safe and reliable operations. This role involves training, monitoring equipment, and executing safety practices in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have relevant experience and a strong commitment to safety.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in a Chemical, Refinery or Manufacturing Facility.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced 24/7 environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform required process adjustments and monitoring of equipment.
• Lead development of plans for equipment isolation and shutdowns.
• Execute Safe Work Practices and respond to call outs.

Skills

Self-motivated

Commitment to safety

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field

Job description

Interested in joining a winning team? A team whose employees are empowered to make a difference?

Our culture is one of honesty andintegrity with an emphasis on safety, healthand environmental performance. On our team people are acknowledged for embracing new ideasthat help create real valuefor customers.

INEOS Joliet is proud to be anEqual Employment Opportunityemployer. Wemaintain a drug-free workplace and performpre-employment substance abuse testing.Ourcomprehensive benefits package includes excellent health, dental, vision, and 401k as well as other incentives.

INEOS Joliet is a leading producer of chemical intermediates. At our site in Channahon, Illinois (about 40 miles southwest of Chicago) we produce three products -Purified Isophthalic Acid (PIA),Trimellitic Anhydride (TMA)andMaleic Anhydride (MAN).

INEOS Joliet is part of the INEOS Enterprises portfolio. INEOS Enterprises is a global market leader in the production of intermediary chemicals that are used as an essential input into chemical value chains across a broad variety of end markets and sectors.

Main Purpose

As a Production Technician, you will be responsible for the safe, clean, and reliable operation of assigned area to achieve the site’s vision.

Responsibilities AND Accountabilities

• Own training progression to become fully qualified in all sections of assigned area.
• Identify safety, environmental, reliability and production risks including equipment deficiencies utilizing knowledge of the unit and elevate as appropriate using maintenance workflow or other communication tools.
• Perform required process adjustments, sampling, housekeeping, and surveillance rounds to monitor condition of equipment in assigned area(s)
• Ensure equipment repair preparation and post-work commissioning is performed following current policies and procedures.
• Flawlessly execute Safe Work Practices (Energy Control, Blinding, Safe Work Permitting, etc.)
• Perform preventative maintenance, monitoring and incidental maintenance activities as required.
• Review, provide feedback and execute unit and equipment start-up and shut-down procedures and plans.
• Lead and assist in development of plans for equipment isolation, turnarounds, shutdowns, and other special projects.
• Respond to call outs.
• Continually improve knowledge of area and equipment after fully qualified in assigned area and continuously strive to further develop capabilities.

Skills & Knowledge Required

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; associate or bachelor’s Degree in a technical field preferred.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a Chemical, Refinery or Manufacturing Facility OR at least 1-year experience in an INEOS plant.
• Self-motivated, and enjoy working in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced 24/7 environment.
• Must have a strong, demonstrated commitment to safety.

Physical Requirements:

Must possess the ability to work a rotating 12 hour – (4) day shift with occasional overtime (10-15%)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to work around and on industrial equipment. including frequent climbing of stairs and ladders.

Minimum requirements include:

• Ability to work in various types of weather conditions.
• Ability to climb ladders (+100ft), stairways, vessels, towers, and pipe racks, many involving considerable heights.
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances.
• Ability to wear personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated areas (hard hat, safety glasses, safety boots, respirator and hearing protection).
• This role is subject to the Transportations Workers Identification.
• Ability to work a rotating shift schedule.
• Credentialing rule or “TWIC” and requires the successful candidate to obtain a TWIC identification badge, allowing for unescorted access to the facility within a specific time period.

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