Process Technician

ZEON Chemicals•Pasadena, TX

19d

About The Position

The Process Technician starts, operates, and stops mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and computer equipment according to established standards and specifications. The role monitors process and quality assurance equipment, gathers and records process data, operates analytical equipment, and takes corrective action when processes or equipment are out of control or product quality does not conform. It also includes maintaining equipment, tools, and company property; assisting with material receiving, shipment, and inventory; and performing work to isolate equipment such as pumps, vessels, and lines. The technician supports contractors and maintenance crews, participates in required training, and is responsible for final product packaging to established quality specifications. The role requires safe and environmentally compliant facility operations, adherence to operating procedures and the quality system, and ongoing efforts to improve plant performance and meet internal and external customer needs.

Requirements

Associate degree in Process Technology or equivalent experience in a chemical plant or refinery environment.
Good math, problem-solving, and computer skills.
High school diploma or GED.
Chemistry and math proficiency.
Ability to work changing shifts and schedules.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of distillation and reaction processes.
General knowledge of chemical hazards, OSHA and EPA regulations, and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

Start, operate, and stop mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and computer equipment according to established standards and specifications.
Implement corrective action for processes and equipment when an out-of-control situation occurs.
Operate analytical equipment within established methods, standards, and specifications.
Gather and record process data from instrumentation.
Maintain equipment, tools, and company property according to established standards and specifications.
Assist with receiving, shipment, and inventory of materials.
Participate in required training programs.
Assist contractors, maintenance crews, and others performing work at the facility.
Perform work necessary to isolate equipment such as pumps, vessels, and lines.
Monitor process quality assurance equipment and take steps to eliminate product quality nonconformance.
Package products to established quality specifications and standards.
Operate facility equipment safely and in an environmentally compliant manner, following established safety measures, procedures, and standards.
Seek ways to improve plant operating performance and meet internal and external customer needs.
Adhere to the quality system.