Operator Level 4

Nouryon•Pasadena, TX

About The Position

Nouryon is a global, specialty chemicals leader . Markets and consumers worldwide rely on our essential solutions to manufacture everyday products, such as personal care, cleaning goods, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Furthermore, the dedication of approximately 7,650 employees with a shared commitment to our customers, business growth , safety, sustainability and innovation has resulted in a consistently strong financial performance. We operate in over 80 countries around the world with a portfolio of industry-leading brands. Operator Level 4 At Nouryon, our global team of Changemakers takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s needs – today and in the future. We are looking for team members who bring ideas forward, champion others and work together to do better. Does that sound like you? In your future role as an Operator Level 4, you will The Pasadena site manufactures organic peroxides which are sold to major manufacturers of thermoplastic resins such as PVC, LDPE, polypropylene, EPS and acrylic resins. Organic Peroxide products are hazardous, mainly due to temperature-controlled transportation and handling. The Pasadena site also manufactures thermoset and crosslinking peroxides. The Operations/Production Manager is responsible for all manufacturing at the site and coordinates across all department lines at the site as well as with the business managers in Chicago.

Requirements

High School Degree or GED.
3-5 years plant process experience, process operator certification helpful but not required.
Without experience (2yrs Associate degree of Technology) this can be waived in lieu of experience.
Able to climb stairs and ladders.
Must be able to lift at least 58 lbs.
Must be able to wear respirator, rubber gloves, steel-toed boots, safety glasses and hard hat.
Must be a member of the Emergency Response Team.
On the board: must be able to see colors (labels are color coded) and hear (audio alarms).
Able to read and write to document what they are doing and read the procedures which are in English.
Have certain amount of finger dexterity to type and also be able to run the DCS (control board)
High – Productivity, work quality, position knowledge, communication, teamwork/cooperation.
Medium – organization/planning, self-improvement.

Responsibilities

Understand and operate the equipment or processes in area of assignment.
Know mechanical operation of piping and equipment in assigned area.
Working knowledge of plant processes in area of assignment, SPC, Chemistry, business considerations, etc.
Assist in development of job analysis for area of responsibility and training of others in area of assignment.
Understand diagrams, equipment, process description, process control, problem solving area, job analysis, etc.
Basic maintenance skills including trouble shooting equipment.
Handle all hazardous waste in accordance with all state, federal and local laws and regulations.
Understands and operates control system and instrumentation in area of assignment.
Understand and help implement the Pasadena Functional Chemicals Site Operating Policy and Objectives which includes MTQ and ISO/RC 14001.
Be aware of potential environmental impacts in your area of responsibility and the consequences if an upset occurs.
Be aware of potential health, safety, security and environmental impacts in area of responsibility and the actions required should an issue occur
Understand and implement any parts of the Pasadena Environmental Compliance Plan and Waste Management Plan that apply to your area of responsibility.
Participate in the site's on-going Pollution Prevention Process.