Process Operator

Department:  Manufacturing

Location:  Marcus Hook

Travel Involved: 0%

Job Type: Contractor

Description:

This position is for a contractor to be hired through a third party.  There is no guarantee of a full-time offer from Braskem, but if an opportunity becomes available, you will be considered.

The Wash/Load operator is responsible for inspecting all hopper cars. This entails a visual inspection of the interior lining, physically rotating all outlet valves, and other checks to assess the railcar's roadworthiness. It is of utmost importance that all railcars are properly cleaned before loading the car for the customer. 

• Inspect, wash, and clean hopper cars
• Load finished product
• Maintain the rail yard
• Startup associated pumps and compressors
• Proper housekeeping
• Compliance with safety rules and regulations
• Troubleshoot
• Training

Very high level of responsibility for accuracy. Technical errors and/or errors of judgment could result in serious damage to persons, equipment, product quality, and process on-stream time. Good written and oral communication skills needed. Must be able to read and understand line drawings of process, pipes, and equipment. Must be able to follow instructions and work effectively with team members.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• The duties associated with loading the finished product include, but are not limited to, tare weighing, operating loading slingers, monitoring silo levels and product type, sampling, and gross weighing.
• In order to maintain the rail yard, the operator must be proficient in the safe operation of the company's track mobile and engine. The operator also controls the segregation of all cars (dirty, clean, full, reject, etc.) and completes the Daily Activity Report.
• The operator is responsible for the safe startup, operation, and shutdown of various pumps and compressors as plant needs dictate.
• Operator has the responsibility for the cleanliness of the wash/load building, due to the large volume of pellets handled by the operator.
• Operator is responsible for the safe operation of associate process and equipment. The operator must be knowledgeable of the chemical hazards, along with the possible dangers associated with railcar loading and moving. The operator must be aware of potential problems that may lead to an unsafe work area.
• Operator must be able to troubleshoot process with a high degree of accuracy. Due to the complexity of the process, the operator must possess allthe  knowledge of all the logic associated with it. Mechanical knowledge is essential for troubleshooting process equipment, such as pumps, compressors, and track mobiles.
• The operator must be able to train others to maintain the safe operation of said areas efficiently.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 year work experience required.
• Prefer candidate with a chemical plant or industrial plant background
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Skills, Education, and Experience:

• Good mechanical aptitude with organizational and communication skills
• Proven ability to make sound decisions and troubleshoot
• Proven ability to work well with other employees
• Knowledge of Unipol process preferred
• Knowledge of chemical pumps and compressors preferred 

 Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to climb 150 ft. structures via stairway and vertical ladders as needed
• Must be able to lift 50 pound buckets