Operator

Westlake • Plaquemine, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist in the operations of the unit using sound and safe environmental procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Must have excellent mechanical skills
• Positions require a very high level of physical activity including, but not limited to, bending, squatting, kneeling, walking, standing, hand/wrist activities, push/pull activities, climbing and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Successful candidates must satisfy background screening, including motor vehicle record screening, drug testing & pre-employment physical requirements before starting work

Nice To Haves

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Process Technology along with industrial work or applicable military experience is preferred
• Entry level, however, some experience as an operator in a chemical plant is desired, preferably experience in Chlorine, PVC or VCM plants

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates strong safety culture through personal behavior and commitment to environmental, health & safety
• Participates in the PACE culture of safety
• Writes permits and work orders in accordance with company environmental, health and safety and operational procedures
• Reports injuries, incidents and hazards to unit supervision as soon as reasonably possible.
• Conducts tasks and operational duties with appropriate PPE as assigned
• Reviews JHA for appropriate PPE needed for routine and non-routine duties
• Actively participates in unit safety training and monthly safety modules
• Ensures LOTO and Confined Space Entry operations are permitted per procedures and are only permitted by persons trained and qualified to issue work permits
• Assist in the operations of the unit using sound and safe environmental procedures
• Prepare equipment for mechanical repairs according to safe work practices to insure cost effective repairs and prevent exposure of mechanics to hazards
• Ensure product conforms to manufacturing specifications and take appropriate actions for conditions outside those specifications
• Other duties as assigned and within appropriate training

What This Job Offers

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