Chemical Operator - Hopewell

AvanSix • Richmond, VA

7d

About The Position

Chemical Operators work on a rotating shift team, operating process systems and associated equipment in the field and control room to support safe operations. Field Operators operate equipment, take process samples, and prepare equipment for maintenance. Control Room Operators monitor and operate equipment and facilities through the Distributed Control System (DCS), including combustion units, scrubbers, absorption towers, heat exchangers, and tanks. Operators follow standard work and operating procedures to meet safety, quality, and production goals; identify and troubleshoot process or equipment issues; and communicate and escalate operational upsets. The role involves working with highly hazardous chemicals and wearing full-body personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, industrial, and/or chemical plant environment.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to perform the physical labor associated with the job.
• Ability to work at heights greater than 50 feet and in confined spaces.
• Demonstrated ability to follow standard work to maintain a safe workspace.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and take corrective action in an industrial setting.
• Ability to handle and work with highly hazardous chemicals and chemical intermediates.
• Ability to wear and work in full-body PPE, including an acid suit (acid jacket and pants), full-face respirator, and hood.
• Ability to communicate through multiple layers of an organization.
• Computer literacy.

Nice To Haves

• One year of chemical operations background or experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong work ethic and initiative to learn new processes.
• Advanced troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard work and standard operating procedures to meet unit safety, quality, and production goals.
• Take and interpret readings from equipment, assess deviations from standard, troubleshoot, and take action to return the process to standard.
• Troubleshoot process issues and take corrective action to maintain a safe operating area.
• Operate field equipment, draw process samples, and prepare equipment for maintenance.
• Monitor and operate process equipment and facilities through the Distributed Control System (DCS).
• Communicate and escalate process upsets and equipment issues within the organization.
• Load and unload bulk liquid chemical trucks and rail cars.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED