Process Engineering Technician jobs in Galveston, TX

Shintech Inc. is the world's largest producer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC). PVC is a general-use resin that is finding wide application in goods used in daily life and a significant number of industrial materials. Shintech is committed to operating safe and environmentally responsible facilities. To learn more about Shintech, please visit our website at www.Shintech.com.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Process Technician at our Freeport, TX location.

• Operate process related equipment and plant process control systems in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
• Optimize plant performance by monitoring process equipment and conditions using information systems including: process levels, temperatures, pressures and flow rates.
• Perform inspections in assigned area of responsibility, identifying abnormalities, documenting findings, notifying management, and completing corrective actions where necessary.
• Responsible for performing process equipment troubleshooting, routine equipment repairs, improvements and preventive maintenance.
• Perform basic lab analysis on product samples to ensure process and quality standards.
• Operate water and waste water treatment plants.
• Document readings on assigned checklists and logbooks.
• Perform leak patrol and respond/report to any readings as indicated.
• Comply with all Safety and Environmental Reporting Procedures.
• Act as a Champion of Safety, identifying safety concerns and intervening when unsafe behaviors are observed.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in areas of production, safety, environmental, and quality, offering ideas for implementation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of 4 years of manufacturing or related military experience is required. An accredited Associate’s degree in Chemical Process /Chemical Technology or a Bachelor's degree is required in lieu of experience.

Job Qualifications:

• Ability to become certified in all process units within five years’ time.
• Ability to be certified as a member of the Fire Brigade; attending required classes for recertification when necessary.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to minimize impact on production.
• Basic understanding of math and verbal reasoning skills.
• Communicate effectively amongst co-workers and management.
• Willing and able to work all applicable shifts on a rotating basis (including weekends and holidays) and work overtime when needed.

Physical Requirements:

Candidate must be able to:

• Lift up-to 25 pounds regularly and 50 pounds frequently.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Climb stairs/ladders and work at heights.
• Comply with respirator fit tests (where applicable).
• Bend, reach, and stoop frequently.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as respirators, earplugs, goggles, hard hat, and steel-toed boots.

Work Environment:

• PVC manufacturing facility, in presence of chemicals.
• Occasionally work in tight or closed-in spaces.
• Work outdoors, in sometimes inclement weather.
• Moderate noise-level and environmental vibration related to equipment.

Competencies:

Integrity/Ethics

Critical Evaluation

Customer Focus

Work Quality

Dependability

Adaptability

Initiative

Communication

Collaboration