Process Technician I - Night Shift

Seaboard Corporation • Saint Joseph, MO

59d • Onsite

About The Position

The Process Technician I is responsible for field monitoring of equipment, sample collection and analysis, minor maintenance, and housekeeping in their assigned area of the facility. This role provides support to other Operators and Lab Staff to ensure operational standards are met.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Refinery experience preferred
• Ability to learn and apply process parameters and control system functions while maximizing plant production yields.
• Capable of following detailed procedures utilizing complex data and responding to off-normal process conditions
• Ability to maintain focus, respond to alarms, and changing conditions to complete tasked as assigned.
• Comfortable using computer-based control systems and interpreting data trends
• Complete necessary trainings to become HAZWOPER certified.
• Attend High Angle and confined space rescue as scheduled.

Nice To Haves

• Refinery experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Collect samples, diagnose issues, prepare work orders, and oversee necessary repairs.
• Operate process controls and machinery; make adjustments to maintain performance within specified limits.
• Ensure all equipment is functioning correctly; adjust or report as necessary to maintain product quality.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to uphold safety, quality, and consistency standards. Conduct annual reviews of SOPs for accuracy and update changes.
• Troubleshoot operational issues; escalate complex problems to supervision. Ensure operating parameters are maintained within required limits.
• Monitor equipment performance; coordinate routine repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Implement corrective actions based on lab results and input from Control Board Operator.
• Participate in start-up and shutdown procedures.
• Coordinate with external contractors and internal teams during maintenance events
• Assist with turnaround maintenance and special projects.
• Issues and maintains Safe Work Permits and associated special permits for all work being completed in assigned area.
• Follow all safety, environmental, and health protocols; report any concerns or incidents promptly

Benefits

• Traditional benefits include: competitive pay, affordable medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage, retirement savings plans for full-time and active employees, flexible spending accounts, life/AD&D insurance, family life insurance and employee assistance program.
• Other benefits: career training and advancement, discounted pork products, employee referral bonuses, wellness programs, annual family events and discount programs.

What This Job Offers

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