What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operator Tech LCO position at TPC Group?
Job Summary :
This position will be responsible for daily operations in the assigned unit, including troubleshooting and resolving operations issues. Participation on the Fire Brigade / Emergency Response Team is required. Operator Technicians are expected to know / learn the mechanical workings of pumps, piping systems, and operating requirements for distillation columns.
Job Duties and Roles :
Responsible for daily operations in the assigned unit, including troubleshooting and resolving operations issues.
Proactively executes the daily operating plan in a safe manner, in compliance with applicable regulations.
Conducts operating rounds on equipment.
Adjusts temperatures, pressures, and flows as required.
Shutdown and startup of equipment as required to meet production goals and assignments. Trained in unit startup and shutdown and Emergency Procedures.
Lines up and makes product transfers.
Lubricates equipment.
Works rotating shift.
Documents shift turnover for his / her job position.
Troubleshoots to solve or avoid problems.
Other duties as assigned.
Required to be PIC (Person in charge) of the facility
Required Qualifications :
Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria as a minimum requirement for the position :
A High School Diploma or equivalent with 3 years operator, maintenance craft or environmental tech experience in a petrochemical manufacturing facility.
An Associate Degree in Process Technology or Process Technology Certification
Military Experience
Preferred Qualifications :
3 years minimum experience in plant operations
Must work 9 hour rotating shifts
Must be able to work overtime
Troubleshooting
Demonstrated application of safe work practices
Communication skills adequate to effectively participate as a member of the team, conduct thorough shift relief, and exchange information, instruction and ideas within the work group and with cross-functional groups
Demonstrated ability to understand and apply knowledge of work processes, policies and procedures to ensure safe, reliable, optimized operation
Basic computer skills needed to perform job tasks
Experience reading, understanding and writing work orders
Demonstrates potential
Demonstrates problem solving skills
Performs assignments satisfactorily
Good team worker
Good attendance
No Disciplinary problems
Ability to learn
Conscientiousness about work
Initiative to take on additional responsibilities
Thoughtful responses to emergencies
Resourcefulness
Flexibility
Good interpersonal skills
Physical Demand :
The ability to perform the following activities for 3-4 hours at a time : stand and walk, climb stairs and ladders, lift at least 50 pounds and open / close valves up to 16 inches.
Must be able to wear a respirator and are expected to complete Emergency Response Team Training.
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