Process Technician

INEOS•Wando, SC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Process Technician monitors, regulates, and operates complex chemical process equipment to produce Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) in safe, environmentally sound and efficient manner. The continuous 24/7 process requires the Process Technician to work rotating, 12-hour shifts in all types of weather.

Requirements

A High School Diploma or GED
3 years of industrial/manufacturing experience, or 4 years military experience, or related technical Associates Degree, or three years of experience troubleshootinging equipment.
Legal authorization to work in the US on a fulltime basis for anyone other than your current employer
A passing score on pre-employment tests, including mechanical aptitude, reading & mathematics
The ability to read & follow detailed operating, maintenance and safety procedures.
The ability to routinely work in confined spaces for extended periods of time
The ability to routinely climb stairs & ladders that can exceed 200 ft in total span with break decks
The ability to lift & carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds in weight
The ability to open and close large valves
The ability to put on respirators and other important safety equipment
The willingness & ability to be on call including nights, weekends & holidays
The willingness & ability to relocate to or commute on a daily basis to the Ineos Cooper River Plant without company assistance
The willingness & ability to work in all weather conditions
Must be at least 18 years of age
legally authorized to work in the United States
not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., TN, H1B status), now or in the future.
Must be able to fluently speak, write, and read English.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in an industrial or military environment
Experience working with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Experience responding to industrial emergencies
Experience with basic chemistry and physics
Experience troubleshooting equipment

Responsibilities

Start up, operate and shut down the process unit in accordance with established procedures
Make necessary adjustments to equipment and process to ensure safe and optimum operation of the unit
Troubleshoot abnormal process situations
Monitor Distributive Control System (DCS) and proactively respond and manage process alarms
Work with maintenance to troubleshoot and repair equipment and instrumentation
Collect samples using proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and sampling methods
Safely perform and verify energy isolations for equipment, vessels and piping
Perform minor maintenance
Communicate with all levels within the team and external business partners
Demonstrate and transfer work knowledge to others
Maintain accurate records
Work with diverse groups to achieve results and maintain a positive working relationship with co-worker
Understands and adheres to SHE processes and regulations