ASU Operator (Air Separation Unit) - Ineos Pigments USA

At INEOS Pigments, we value the contribution of our people in making us one of the largest producers of titanium dioxide in North America. Providing numerous products and services to industries around the globe, from coatings to plastics to paper and other end-uses, we invest in employee development and offer a wide range of career opportunities, offering everyone the chance to broaden their experience and build a professionally rewarding career.
 

As an Air Separation Unit (ASU) Operator, you will execute principal responsibilities to ensure safe, reliable and efficient operation of our continuous chemical manufacturing process in accordance with local and national regulations and standards. You will also execute maintenance activities (preventive, corrective and predictive).

• Adherence to all SHE policies and procedures and INEOS Pigments’ 20 principles of process and Behavioral Safety and Life Saving Rules
• Ensure proper communication of any necessary information to the next shift operator including possible safety, production, or personnel issues
• Record any activities, accomplishments, and significant information needed by the following crew of the Department Management in a logbook
• Assist in the review and upgrade of the ASU Operating Instructions, SHE Guidelines, and other written procedures as required
• Monitor in-process product quality results an initiate the necessary adjustments to maintain production at the target analysis
• Perform troubleshooting and minor maintenance of equipment as necessary 
• Perform operator rounds of the plant and ensure the housekeeping is excellent at all times.
• Monitor Maintenance activity in the Operating Areas.  Assist the Supervisor in the direction of the personnel and may include signing of work permits, preparation of equipment for maintenance
• Monitor the Back-up systems during shutdown or start-up to ensure the pipelines are supplying products as needed in a safe and timely manner 
• Ensures all accidents and/or injuries are reported in a timely manner
• Assist the Supervisor in maintaining the Safety Performance of the ASU on assigned shift including compliance with SHE Guidelines, Plant Safety Rules and Quality Standards
• Assist the Supervisor in maintaining housekeeping to ensure that a high standard, compatible with corporate polices, is maintained
• Interact with the Supervisor on an as needed basis to ensure proper communication of the Department goals or direction to the work group
• Communicate to the Supervisor, any operational problems or deficiencies that may result in a potential safety concern or impact the system operation or quality
• Other duties as assigned

You should possess:

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in manufacturing, construction trades or military
• Ability to foster the development of other team members
• Experience working in a chemical plant preferred
• Working knowledge of Plant Safety and Operating Procedures in addition to the Maintenance Work Order and Scheduling systems
• Experience with SAP, DCS systems, and Windows based applications preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with various tools and machinery
• Mechanically inclined
• Ability to operate a tow motor and other mobile equipment
• Ability to work with minimal direction

Physical requirements:

• Physically capable of wearing personal protective equipment
• Physically capable of climbing stairs & ladders
• Must be able to work in a noisy environment
• Able to work in outdoor environment in all seasonal weather extremes

Schedule/Hours

This is a salaried, non-exempt, 12-hour shift position.  Expected to work overtime when required.

EOE M/F/Vet/Disabled

EOE M/F/Vet/Disabled