Position Summary
The Utilities Operator for Corpus Christi Polymers LLC will be responsible for safe and efficient operation of utility plant equipment, controls and processes composing of a sea water desalination plant, waste water treatment plant, HP boilers, cooling water system and other utility systems. The Utilities Operator will report to the Utilities Shift Supervisor.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Observes and monitors operating variations and field equipment via plant tours and DCS systems, and acts accordingly to ensure a safe and efficient operation of plant.
- Records operational parameters on a consistent basis and also maintains historical data records of the plant and equipment.
- Responsible for safe unloading of chemicals.
- Conducts daily and frequent site checks to ensure the facility is running safely and efficiently.
- Initiates works requests and follow up until the completion of the job.
- Monitors work sites, ensures adherence to work permit conditions and established operating procedures in all operational and maintenance activities.
- Monitors the availability and maintains the necessary supplies, materials, spare parts, and chemicals necessary for continuous operations.
- Maintain good housekeeping at the site, and clean worksite.
- Accurately document all applicable work history into SAP, plant maintenance or project systems platform.
- Collects the necessary information to be able to trouble shoot problems, identify causes and initiate corrective action.
- Ensure all work is done in accordance with approved working procedures with stringent adherence to 5S program and all production checklists.
- Actively promote a strong safety culture and ensure all equipment and operating practices are in compliance with site, OSHA, state and federal regulations
Key Competencies & Skills
- Able to handle multiple projects and tasks, prioritize, and complete by required deadlines.
- Basic industrial mechanical and electrical knowledge.
- Basic ability to read piping and instrumentation diagram/drawings, schematics and P&IDs.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated leadership, teamwork, innovation, and accountability.
- Strong computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and ERP/DCS systems.
- Able to work independently, have strong time management and problem solving skills and able to prioritize job list efficiently.
- Carries out job duties in a manner that demonstrates ability to achieve the expected level of efficiency, quality, timeliness and results.
- Uses critical thinking and reflective analysis to make best decisions for the plant and the team following plant policies, procedures, OSHA, and environmental standards.
Education and Experience Requirements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION(s)
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 1-3 years relevant experience.
PREFERED QUALIFICATION(s)
- Experience with waste water treatment, desalination and/or boiler operation.
- Waste water treatment certificate (level C or higher) or TCEQ Certified.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts or caustic chemicals.
- Frequently exposed to high elevations; fumes or airborne particles; extreme heat.
- Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; outside weather conditions and extreme cold.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
- High Collaboration and dialogue with team, lab team, maintenance team, and management.
- Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
EEOC Statement
Employees of Corpus Christi Polymers, LLC. are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders, and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.
Employees of Corpus Christi Polymers, LLC. are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity, whistle blowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law will not be tolerated. Managers and supervisors of Corpus Christi Polymers, LLC. are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.