Analyzer Technician

INEOS Phenol•Pasadena, TX

41d

About The Position

INEOS is a global manufacturer of petrochemicals, specialty chemicals and oil products. It comprises 15 businesses each with a major chemical company heritage. Its production network spans 65 manufacturing facilities in 16 countries throughout the world. INEOS products make a significant contribution to saving life, improving health and enhancing standards of living for people around the world. Its businesses produce the raw materials that are essential in the manufacture of a wide variety of goods: from paints to plastics, textiles to technology, and medicines to mobile phones - chemicals manufactured by INEOS enhance almost every aspect of modern life. Ethylene oxide (EO) is an important building block for the preparation of a wide variety of EO derivatives (EODs), including various surfactants, as well as a host of other chemical intermediates including Glycol Ethers, Polyethlene Glycols, Ethanolamines, and Alkyl Alkanolamines. INEOS Oxide is one of the world's leading producers of Ethylene Oxide (EO) and Ethylene Oxide Derivatives (EODs). We currently have a total EO and EOD capacity of 920 kta spread across five different production units throughout Europe and the US. These units have leading cost economics, due to economies of scale, state-of-the-art technology, strategic locations, etc. Our EO project in the US is targeting the fast-growing merchant EO market, building on our experience and leadership position in Europe. The Analyzer Technician maintains online analytical instrumentation through preventative and corrective maintenance by performing the routine checks and maintenance required to ensure equipment functionality and reliability. They also maintain accurate and thorough records of all analytical equipment calibrations in accordance with site quality procedures and documentation best practices. Additionally, they troubleshoot and repair issues that impair proper functionality of analytical systems. During a typical day they will work with the Operations, IEA Specialist and Maintenance Supervisor. The candidate is responsible executing PMs, troubleshooting and promoting the safe and efficient operation of Analyzer equipment using established operating discipline, procedural compliance and engineering standards. This person is responsible for maintaining these assets and their protective systems to meet the production targets set by the business.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED
5+ years plant maintenance experience
Training Skills
Keen computer skills with knowledge of MS Office and SAP PM.
Advanced knowledge of Gas Chromatographs,
Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) analyzers
Total Organic Compound (TOC) analyzers
HACH analyzers
Basic knowledge of PSM
Proficiency using root cause failure analysis.
Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written
Strong mechanical aptitude
Safety role model
Problem solving skills with data analysis ability

Nice To Haves

Level 2 Instrumentation Degree preferred
Instrumentation Technology, Enhanced Skills Certificate preferred

Responsibilities

Support INEOS's 20 Principles of Safety
Adhere to and uphold all safety policies and standards
Maintain safe and efficient operation of the Analyzer equipment using established operating disciplines and procedures. Ensure that safety and environmental compliance is achieved.
Maintain plant assets and protective systems integrity.
Investigate when deviations occur and propose solution to mitigate.
Complete all assigned training and action items from PHAs, incidents, audits, etc in a timely manner
Support established production targets by ensuring reliable equipment availability.
Lead efforts to identify and execute scope during Turn Around activities.
Troubleshoot equipment problems with Production Specialists, Maintenance, Reliability and Operations teams.
Provide support to operations during upset conditions, start-ups and T/As.
Support on call schedule for weekends, evenings, and holidays.