Process Loader Operator

Innophos•Geismar, LA

66d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to inspect, monitor and operate the process units to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Geismar, Louisiana plant.

Requirements

Education level: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Associates degree in Process Technology preferred, but not required
Similar or related experience desired: 0-2 years process operations or some related experience (such as loading) in a chemical manufacturing environment
Essential skills/knowledge: Ability to learn and follow all operating procedures

Nice To Haves

Preferred areas of study: Process Technology

Responsibilities

Load railcars and trucks with finished good PWA
Perform safe movement of railcars via rail mover
Conduct final inspections for railcars and trucks. This involves climbing 12 ft of vertical ladder, inspecting flanges, tags, seals, and signing off on earlier inspections.
Draw samples from process for analysis
Read temperature and pressure indications and flow meters, records readings, and compile operating records
Obtain environmental compliance samples & perform daily maintenance of sampling system
Maintain log of gauge readings and shift production
Performs chemical tests on product sample to ensure conformance with specifications, using standard test equipment, materials, and procedure
Inspect equipment in unit to determine location and nature of malfunction, such leaks, breakage, and faulty valves. Complete electronic work orders for maintenance repairs
Prepare equipment for maintenance by completing lockout procedure for Electrical / Hot Work Permit, Line Entry Permit, Confined Space Entry Permit and Electrical Lockout Permit. Lubricate equipment such as replacing oil in pumps and agitators.
Turn valves or move controls to maintain system at specified temperature, pressure, and vacuum levels
Supervise unloading of raw materials by truck drivers from suppliers. Minor assistance including bringing hoses, fittings and washing area.
Patrol unit to verify safe and efficient operating conditions
Perform turnaround duties for total unit turnaround which includes supervising contract employees, disassembling equipment, and cleanout, moving equipment and materials using forklift or manually, shutting down and starting up parts of unit
Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in specific plant location or per job task specification
May be required to perform other duties/projects as specified by supervisor, and parameters are indicative to average requirements that are not inclusive based on change in operational, safety, and environmental factors
Complete all regulatory training to comply with health, safety, food safety, and environmental requirements and policies
Strictly comply with Innophos operating procedures, HSE procedures, food safety and plant security procedures
Perform housekeeping within the unit daily to verify safe and efficient operational conditions
Safeguard all unsafe conditions/actions concerning personal or food safety and notify supervisor. Complete safety concern and/or incident/accident report, including details surrounding the unsafe condition and corrective actions taken.
Review all safety concerns, management of changes, accident/incident reports, shift log and operating instructions prior to the start of the shift

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits which start the 1st of the month after hire
Annual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance
Tax advantaged health savings and spending accounts
401k eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contribution
Time off: vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal and sick days
Company provided Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Fitness Membership Reimbursement Program
Educational assistance program
The benefits set forth in this posting reflect Innophosâ current benefits for similarly situated employees, are subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the applicable program policies and may be modified or discontinued by Innophos in the future (subject to applicable law).