Process Technician

ECOVYST CATALYST TECHNOLOGIES LLC•Baytown, TX

14d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Technician for Ecoservices in Baytown, TX is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all plant equipment while adhering to established procedures and maintaining a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility. This is a hands-on role in a rotating shift environment with opportunities for advancement, to also fill in for the Production Manager in their absence.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of 7-10+ years of operational/process technology experience as a sulfuric acid operator, and prior sulfuric acid loading experience is preferred: and 1-year Process Technology certificate from a college or technical school, with the above experience
Must have the ability to obtain Transportation Worker’s Identification Credentials (TWIC)
Basic computer skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to wear appropriate PPE and respiratory protection including supplied air
Able to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations or with situations in which speed and sustained attention are required aspects of the job

Nice To Haves

prior sulfuric acid loading experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Perform all job duties in strict adherence to safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Handle hazardous chemicals and waste in full compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
Monitors condition of unit and troubleshoots when parameters are found to be out of normal operating range
Maintais log of gauge readings and shift production using either paper or electronic logs (iProcess)
Inspects fire extinguishers, respiratory protections equipment, and safety showers
Perform 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 as leaks, breakage, and faulty valves. Complete electronic work orders (SAP) for maintenance repairs
Prepare equipment for maintenance by following Lock out Tag out procedures
Ensure SOPs / COPs / EOPs and good operating practices accurate and followed
Review all management of changes, accident/incident reports, shift log and operating instructions (both unit and Treatment Services)
Works with contractors and engineers in the unit; be involved in the projects, HAZOPS, Audits, (etc.) as needed
Inspect and monitor environmental, gas leaks and housekeeping within the unit
Perform any other duties/projects as assigned