Process Technician

Westlake•Lakeland, FL

13d

About The Position

The Process Technician safely operates process equipment and associated utility systems under the direction and guidance of a plant operator. Equipment includes reactors, storage tanks, boilers, oil heaters, cooling water systems, wastewater treatment systems, pumps, motors, and other plant equipment. The role also operates a forklift and yard tractor to move materials within the plant and uses the Distributive Control System (DCS). The position supports a 24/7/365 production facility and requires availability for rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime. The technician follows environmental, health, and safety requirements; participates in safety, environmental, and production programs; identifies and reports hazards; writes permits as assigned; completes required training; and maintains housekeeping standards. The role follows operating and batch procedures, records and tracks materials, monitors and documents operating conditions, creates maintenance repair requests, troubleshoots basic operational problems, and takes corrective action. The technician also supports continuous improvement and operational excellence, identifies improvement opportunities, participates in projects, and assists with training others.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to use a computer to send and read email, complete computer-based training, and operate the DCS.
Fluent ability to speak, read, write, and comprehend English.
Ability to follow instructions and work independently with self-motivation.
Ability to perform mathematical operations accurately.
Hand-eye motor coordination.
Willingness and ability to work rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
Willingness and ability to work overtime.
Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Ability to wear a respirator.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and moving up to 55 pounds repeatedly on occasion.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in a general industrial manufacturing environment.
HAZMAT handling experience.
Excellent troubleshooting skills and mechanical aptitude.
Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Safely operate process equipment and utility systems under the direction and guidance of a plant operator.
Operate a forklift and yard tractor to move materials within the plant.
Follow EHS requirements and participate in plant safety, environmental, and production programs.
Recognize, report, and take reasonable action to control hazards in immediate work areas.
Write Safe Work Permits and other permits as assigned.
Complete classroom and computer-based training on time.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment and contribute to housekeeping and 5S improvements.
Follow operating and batch procedures, clarify instructions when needed, and maintain product and material quality.
Record and account for materials in the proper locations and maintain batch documentation and plant inventory records.
Operate process control equipment, including pumps, motors, and reactors, and use the DCS.
Monitor, observe, and log operating parameters and conditions.
Create maintenance equipment repair requests, troubleshoot basic operational problems, and take corrective action.
Support continuous improvement and operational excellence by identifying opportunities, communicating ideas, and participating in project teams.
Assist in training others and contribute to their ongoing improvement.