Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Training and Development
Employee assistance program
Shift Differentials
Job Description
Arkema N.A. Corporate R&D Headquarters, located in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, is a leading multi-business unit chemical company dedicated to innovative research and development in the chemical industry. Arkema is recognized for its commitment to safety, environmental responsibility, and its drive to deliver sustainable solutions across various markets. The organization fosters a collaborative workplace culture, emphasizing continuous learning, employee development, and cutting-edge technology integration in its operations.
The Pilot Plant Technician role at Arkema's Corporate R&D Headquarters is a critical non-supervisory position reporting directly to the Pilot Plant Manager. This role involves supporting multiple business units within a dynami... Show More
The Pilot Plant Technician role at Arkema's Corporate R&D Headquarters is a critical non-supervisory position reporting directly to the Pilot Plant Manager. This role involves supporting multiple business units within a dynami... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associates degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Demonstrated mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues required
- Instrumentation and/or electrical skills preferred
- 5 years of experience in technical lab, production, maintenance, or utilities environment preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft applications
- Ability to operate chemical processes with computer controls
- Familiarity with Distributed Control System (DCS) preferred
- Ability to read and modify technical drawings preferred
- Familiarity with federal health and safety regulations for chemical industry desired
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associates degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Demonstrated mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues required
- Instrumentation and/or electrical skills preferred
- 5 years of experience in technical lab, production, maintenance, or utilities environment preferred
- Proficient with Microsoft applications and ability to operate chemical processes with computer controls
- Familiarity with Distributed Control System (DCS) preferred
- Ability to read and modify technical drawings preferred
- Familiarity with federal health and safety regulations for chemical industry desired
- Strong problem-solving skills and bias for action
- Ability to handle emergencies in a safe, calm, and professional manner
- Ability to keep accurate records and convey information to others
- Understanding of when to make an independent decision and when to ask for help
- Interest and good attitude for continuous learning and applying skills to daily work
- Actively seeks to learn and operate multiple processes in the pilot plant
Job Duties
- Operate various pilot plant chemical processes and wastewater treatment and utility systems in accordance with standard operating and safety procedures
- Record detailed operational data on operator run sheets and in laboratory log notebooks
- Perform basic troubleshooting of unexpected operations, participate in root-cause analysis of unplanned events and contribute to corrective actions
- Develop basic understanding of process control systems and communicate issues to the pilot plant engineer
- Perform analytical quality control tests such as capillary rheometry, percent solids analysis, pH, etc.
- Participate in commissioning and start-up activities for new processes and projects
- Provide emergency backup, vacancy, and vacation coverage for boilerhouse operations when necessary
- Respond correctly to emergency situations following standardized procedures
- Train new employees on shift
- Utilize mechanical skills to construct new units and repair and improve various equipment systems
- Participate in 5S activities and other pilot plant and boilerhouse work area improvements
- Identify and communicate department maintenance needs to pilot plant operations coordinator and manager
- Ensure that safe work permitting process is followed, including issuing permits, inspections and safety checks during maintenance and project work
- Operate site utilities including water tube boiler(s) and steam generator(s), air compressors and air dryers, secondary cooling water processes, air refrigeration chillers, wastewater holding cells, boiler chemical feed systems, and water quality monitoring and testing
- Perform preventative maintenance and service on boilers and steam distribution/support system
- Complete various chemical analyses on waste and boiler water
- Respond correctly to emergency situations following standardized procedures
- Participate in safety meetings and act as safety advocate
- Perform safety inspections and identify and elevate safety hazards or concerns
- Participate in Process Hazard Analyses, Management of Change, Pre Startup Safety Reviews, and Incident Investigations and contribute to closure of associated action items
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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