Process Technician

ZEON Chemicals Inc•Pasadena, TX

20d

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 responds to out-of-control processes and equipment, operates analytical equipment, gathers process data, and monitors quality assurance equipment to help prevent product nonconformance. Responsibilities also include maintaining equipment and company property, supporting materials receiving, shipment, and inventory, assisting contractors and maintenance crews, isolating equipment, and packaging products to quality standards. The technician is responsible for safe and environmentally compliant facility operations, follows operating procedures and the quality system, participates in required training, and seeks ways to improve plant performance while meeting internal and external customer needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Chemistry and math proficiency.
An associate degree in Process Technology or equivalent experience in a chemical plant or refinery environment.
Good math, problem-solving, and computer skills.
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 in accordance with established standards and specifications.
Implement corrective action when processes or equipment are out of control.
Operate analytical equipment according to 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 appropriate steps to eliminate product quality nonconformance.
Package products according 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 operations and meet internal and external customer needs.
Adhere to the quality system.