What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ethoxylation Lead Production Technician position at Indorama Ventures?
Job Description:
Indorama Ventures- Indovinya is currently looking for a dynamic individual to work as an Ethoxylation Lead Production Technician at our Pasadena, Texas location.
What will be expected from you?
- Access and navigate appropriate computer systems.
- Perform daily responsibilities determined by Production Supervisor.
- Perform routine inspections on Utilities when appropriate including boilers, cooling tower, air compressors, water softeners, wastewater, water systems, scrubbers, chillers, and nitrogen distribution looking for unusual conditions, hazards, improper operations and to complete associated checklists.
- Perform routine inspections for Tank Farms when appropriate looking for unusual conditions, hazards, improper operations and to complete associated checklists.
- Perform routine inspections for EO Unloading and Storage looking for unusual conditions, hazards, improper operations and to complete associated checklists.
- Perform routine inspections for Unit 3200/3300 and associated utilities including Secondary Heating and Cooling Systems and Vacuum Systems looking for unusual conditions, hazards, improper operations and to complete associated checklists.
- Perform packaging, railcar loading/unloading, truck loading/unloading, scaling in and out trucks and unloading of packaging materials from dropped trailers.
- Perform LOTO, permitting and JSA’s for responsible area.
- Participate on emergency response team and perform environmental sampling.
- Collect process samples and execute unit cleanings for changing campaigns.
- Operate BPA system for Unit 3200 BPA additions and F-3250 Candle Filter system for Unit 3200 Filtration.
- Operate forklift, yard mule, and track mobile.
- Due to significant experience level required for this position, leadership is expected and must serve as an example and resource for less experienced members.
- Complete General, Utility, Tank Farm, EO and Ethoxylation Production Training.
- Set up and operate equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures with limited help from others.
- Execute sampling and proper line-ups for product transfers.
- Complete tank truck and railcar offloading/loading of raw materials and finished products.
- Complete appropriate checklists on time and with attention to detail.
- Participate in incident investigations.
- Participate in troubleshooting when issues arise in responsible area.
- Participate in PSSR review of changes that require MOC.
- Execute educated, timely and safe decisions in the event of an emergency.
- Prepare equipment for maintenance and/or project activities using applicable life safety procedures.
- Report unsafe conditions to immediate supervisor or safety persons.
- Enter service requests as necessary.
- Execute EO unloading.
- Collect process samples and execute unit cleanings for changing campaigns.
- Operate BPA system for Unit 3200 BPA additions and F-3250 Candle Filter system for Unit 3200 Filtration.
What are we looking for in the ideal candidate?
- High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate Degree or Certificate in Chemical Technology preferred.
- Internal promotion from Ethoxylation Production Technician II.
- Ethoxylation and Ethylene Oxide handling experience preferred.
- Knowledge of utilities; boilers, compressors, cooling towers, scrubbers.
- Solid reading comprehension skills.
- Sense of ownership – feels responsible for the process and its outcome.
- Accountability for results and enlistment of partners.
- Integrative Attitude across functional teams, partnering and sharing of information, experience, and knowledge.
- Strategic Business Vision to understand end goals of the project and impacts of work results.
What can we offer you?
Indorama Ventures – Indovinya is a global and innovative chemical company, offering sustainable and high-value solutions for the long-term success of our customers. As producers of solutions used in Crop Solutions, Energy & Resources, Home & Personal Care, Coatings, Performance Products, and other applications, we are present in the daily lives of millions of people around the world. The successful candidate will receive a competitive compensation and will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package which includes: medical, vision and dental, basic life insurance, AD&D insurance, and 401k. Here, you can make an impact and make a difference. Come join us!
