Chemical Process Operator - Frankford

AdvanSix • Philadelphia, PA

2d

About The Position

AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications that touch people’s lives, such as building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality products emerges from the vertically integrated value chain of our three U.S. based manufacturing facilities. AdvanSix strives to deliver best-in-class customer experiences and differentiated products in the industries of nylon solutions, chemical intermediates, and plant nutrients, guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability and Respect. Please view a short video about our company here, AdvanSix Video. For more information on AdvanSix, please visit our website at http://www.advansix.com Position Summary: The Field Operator is responsible for overseeing and managing the operating equipment to ensure safe, reliable, on-spec, and efficient operation of the chemical plant processes. The Field Operator monitors and controls process operating parameters and troubleshoots equipment issues to achieve production goals.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Three years of experience in manufacturing or chemical plant operations or three years of relevant educational background is required
• Strong safety awareness mindset
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to policies and procedures
• Attention to detail
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and take corrective action within an industrial setting
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
• Strong work ethic, initiative, and ability to learn new technical skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate through multiple layers of an organization
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule
• Work in adverse weather conditions (cold, hot, humid, rain, snow, etc.)
• Work at elevated heights – greater than 100 feet
• Lift at least 50lbs
• Work in confined spaces
• Ability to handle and work with highly hazardous chemicals
• Ability to wear and work in full body PPE (personal protective equipment) which includes acid suit (acid jacket & acid pants) – full face respirator and hood
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to obtain a TWIC card

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections for leaks, hazards, and abnormal conditions to ensure a safe work environment
• Monitor and operate plant equipment such as pumps, blowers, heat exchangers, distillation columns, and utility systems to ensure the process runs smoothly
• Adjust valves and controls as need to maintain desired operational parameters such as level, temperature, pressure, and flow rates
• Provide detailed verbal and written updates regarding operating activities and abnormalities
• Troubleshoot process issues and take corrective action to ensure continuous safe operation
• Start up and shut down unit processes
• Draw process samples for quality testing
• Adhere to standard operating procedures to ensure unit safety
• Prepare unit equipment for maintenance through decontamination, lock-out/tag-out, and work permitting activities
• Perform minor running maintenance
• Participate as member of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), including fire brigade, HAZWOPER technician, and confined space rescue

Benefits

• We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being
• Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Hired applicants will be eligible for paid holidays, paid time off including vacation, eligibility to purchase company stock, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K with a competitive company match.
• Hired applicants will be eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings account eligibility, employer-provided short term disability benefits, eligibility to purchase long term disability benefits, employer-provided basic life insurance and eligibility to purchase voluntary life coverages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees