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Job ID

32198

Chemical Process Operator

Regular

Piedmont - SC, United States of America (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Piedmont - SC,United States of America) My candidate profile

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Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. Click on the links to read the "Know Your Rights" poster (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/OFCCP/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights.pdf) **.** We will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. For more information, please read the "Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision" poster (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp\_%20English\_formattedESQA508c.pdf) **.**

Syensqo is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] ([email protected]) and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

As part of our production team, the Chemical Plant Operator ensures the proper functioning of systems and equipment while also verifying that chemical operations adhere to safety and quality standards. The primary responsibility of the Chemical Plant Operator is the daily operations of the Polymer, Solvent Recovery, and Utility areas of the site, with a readiness to support other areas as needed.

We can count on you to:

+ Operate all chemical processing equipment, including reactors, feeders, heat exchangers, boilers, piping networks, hoses, pumps, valves, instruments, vessels, scales, tanks, meters, etc.

+ Conduct DCS operation to manipulate equipment controlled by the DCS.

+ Split time 50/50 between field operation of equipment and control room operation.

+ Maintain appropriate batch and shift paperwork.

+ Maintain a clean and organized workplace, meeting established housekeeping standards

+ Collaborate effectively with peers in a self-directed environment while maintaining alignment with Supervisor.

+ Provide assistance to other operators as required to take readings, monitor equipment, transfer materials and service equipment, and otherwise assist in training personnel.

+ Take readings on equipment as required, monitor the process and equipment for proper operations, take samples as needed, and react to emergency conditions.

+ Perform manual loading and unloading of materials or equipment as required

+ Perform minor maintenance and troubleshooting as required on process equipment.

+ Prepare Work Orders for maintenance on the unit as needed and prepare the equipment for maintenance.

+ Report any process upset, spill, injury, chemical release, security event, etc.

+ Safely operate fork trucks

+ Practice and participate in safety training and/or meetings, safely perform all activities required to successfully operate the unit, and take responsibility for the personal safety of others.

+ Obtain a biological wastewater treatment plant operator ‘D’ license. Monitor the wastewater treatment process, perform lab testing, and adjust the process to comply with site and regulatory requirements.

+ Work with engineers, production specialists, quality assurance technicians, distribution technicians, and other plant personnel to accomplish plant responsibilities safely and efficiently.

You can count on us for:

+ Long-lasting excellent customer relations, self-dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world’s leading chemical companies.

+ Excellent training & development possibilities. (Value for the candidate, growth and learning opportunities)

You will bring:

+ High school graduate or equivalent education required.

+ Knowledge of chemical processing equipment, including reactors, feeders, heat exchangers, boilers, piping networks, hoses, pumps, valves, instruments, vessels, scales, tanks, meters, etc.

+ Perform DCS navigation, DCS troubleshooting, and DCS operation such that the process can be safely and efficiently controlled.

+ Troubleshooting abilities to correctly identify causes of production equipment and process upsets.

+ Perform all tasks that are required to operate the chemical processing unit at the facility.

+ Prepare Work Orders as required to maintain and improve the operating units.

+ Ability to clear, isolate, and prepare equipment for maintenance work.

+ Ability to efficiently and accurately communicate and work with peers, superiors, engineers, and other unit personnel in a constructive manner.

+ Basic PC skills required for electronic communications, maintenance work orders, incident/accident reporting, and access plant information.

+ Ability to complete annual training and progression task lists as assigned.

+ Ability to take process samples, interpret data, and make process adjustments within SOP.

+ Knowledge of Proces Safety Management

+ Ability to work a rotating 12-hour schedule

+ Capable of wearing a respirator and any additional required PPE on short notice

+ 3+ Years of experience in chemical plant operations.

You will get:

+ Competitive salary and benefits package

+ The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $28.50 per hour. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

+ 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

+ Training platform for all employees

+ Free language courses (24 languages available)

+ Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About us

+ Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.

+ At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

As you may already know, Syensqo is the newly established standalone company resulting from the recent spin-off of Solvay. While both organizations are in the process of finalizing the transition, some email communications related to your recruitment process may continue to come from Solvay.

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