Entry Level Operator

Ingevity

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to do something remarkable? Ready to collaborate with an incredible team to solve problems that improve people’s lives? Meet Ingevity. At Ingevity, we develop innovations that purify, protect and enhance the world around us. Our products enable oil to flow better, crops to grow fuller, roads to last longer and ensure that the air we all breathe is cleaner. Our people come from all different backgrounds and help reimagine new possibilities daily. We understand there is no challenge too big and no contribution too small. We seek out new ideas for tackling complex problems and celebrate achieving the improbable. We value each person’s unique talents and synergize them to create meaningful impact and sustainable solutions for our customers and our world. Bold. Energetic. Ingenious. Genuine. If these qualities describe you, we’d love for you to join Ingevity! Position overview: This position is responsible for operating production equipment in the carbon plant. How you will impact Ingevity: Monitor DCS graphics and controls to effectively operator equipment Respond to DCS alarms in a timely manner Ensure the DCS controls are monitored at all times by qualified individuals Operate equipment in a stable manner during “start up” or “shut down” conditions Report and address any abnormalities Perform minor equipment troubleshooting activities Ability to conduct risk assessment and authorize maintenance personnel to conduct work in their assigned area Perform any standard testing required for the area Follows DOIs (Daily Operating Instructions) Emails required positions on vital information Records relevant information in log sheets at end of the shift Perform Lock Out Tag Out as necessary Ensure environmental permits are satisfied Keeps work area clean Participate in incident investigations as needed

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Two years of production experience
Demonstrate math skills commensurate with the job requirements.
Strong written and oral communication
Strong computer skills
Ability to think ahead and coordinate – be proactive
Ability to manage situations under pressure
Pay keen attention to detail to detect process abnormalities
Must be able to work at heights
Must be able to work in confined spaces
Must not have a problem working outside (in the elements) for short periods of time
Must be able to observe and hear warning signs and signals within all areas of the company
Must be able to stand 12 hours a day (with periodic breaks allowed) and walk up to an hour
Employee must be able to wear protective eye wear
Employee must be able to wear protective hearing gear
Specific vision ability required by this job includes close vision
Must be able to type on computer keyboard
Must be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment
Must be able to stay working at a given station, standing or sitting for up to 12 hours at a time
Pay keen attention to detail to detect process abnormalities
The successful candidate must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship to work in the US.

Responsibilities

Monitor DCS graphics and controls to effectively operator equipment
Respond to DCS alarms in a timely manner
Ensure the DCS controls are monitored at all times by qualified individuals
Operate equipment in a stable manner during “start up” or “shut down” conditions
Report and address any abnormalities
Perform minor equipment troubleshooting activities
Ability to conduct risk assessment and authorize maintenance personnel to conduct work in their assigned area
Perform any standard testing required for the area
Follows DOIs (Daily Operating Instructions)
Emails required positions on vital information
Records relevant information in log sheets at end of the shift
Perform Lock Out Tag Out as necessary
Ensure environmental permits are satisfied
Keeps work area clean
Participate in incident investigations as needed