Chemical Process Technician Entry

INEOS Styrolution•Decatur, AL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chemical Process Technician Entry position is responsible for loading hopper cars and trucks, operating and maintaining associated equipment, and developing the skills needed to advance through the Operations Progression System to at least Tech Level 3 within the expected timeframe. The role performs production activities, monitors process performance, assists with equipment preparation and routine system operations, maintains accurate records, and works with teams to meet production and safety requirements. The position is based in Decatur, Alabama, and involves rotating 12-hour shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. Work takes place indoors and outdoors in varying conditions at a manufacturing facility.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED at a minimum.
Chemical or manufacturing plant experience required.
Ability to learn processes, procedures, and equipment in a timely manner.
Functional computer, electronic mail, and role-related software skills.
Mechanical aptitude.
Basic math skills.
Self-learning motivation and high ownership of the role.
Good listening and interpersonal skills.
Clear and effective communication skills.
High standard of accuracy in written documentation.
Ability to adapt, contribute, and interact effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to frequently climb stairs and caged ladders up to 85 feet; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and perform tasks requiring fine motor dexterity.
Ability to occasionally sit, reach, twist, turn valves and equipment controls, perform repetitive movements, and lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, chemicals, machinery, wet surfaces, varying temperatures, confined spaces, and elevated work areas, while following safety and PPE requirements.
Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime, indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toed footwear, safety glasses, hearing protection, respiratory protection, and fall protection.
Must obtain and maintain forklift certification.
Ability to read and interpret written documents, computer screens, gauges, and displays; communicate effectively; and distinguish sounds and verbal instructions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to maintain sustained alertness, concentration, and sound judgment in a safety-critical position, and continuously learn and apply operating procedures, training materials, and safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

College-level education or technical certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform production unit responsibilities to achieve scheduled production and daily activities.
Load hopper cars and trucks.
Perform rail switches.
Unload MMA and Mineral Oil trucks and railcars.
Operate associated equipment, including bins and transfer systems, shuttle wagon, and fork truck.
Assist with preparation of equipment for maintenance, permit management, equipment lockout, and system preparations.
Assist with routine start-up and shutdown of reactors and systems.
Perform minor maintenance.
Monitor process performance, including samples, levels, and temperature, and respond accordingly.
Comply with ISO standards and execute work in accordance with quality standards.
Maintain detailed and accurate written records, including raw materials, production logs, shift logs, inventories, instrument readings, Distributed Control System (DCS) information, and weigh-scale records.
Participate in effective shift turnover.
Identify and troubleshoot related process issues and work toward solutions.
Interact effectively with multi-functional teams to achieve business results.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping and organization.
Communicate effectively and appropriately by radio, email, telephone, and face-to-face.