Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $18.50 - $30.50
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Training and Development
Job Description
Arkema North America Corporate Research and Development Headquarters, located in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, serves as a key center driving innovation in specialty chemicals and advanced materials. Arkema is a global leader committed to sustainable development and innovation, operating in 55 countries worldwide and employing more than 21,100 people. The company excels in specialties like bio-based and recyclable materials, new energy solutions, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials, home insulation, and more. Arkema’s dedication to research is underscored by its allocation of nearly 3% of its annual sales to R&D, benefiting from 1,800 researchers working in 17 R&D centers globally.... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Demonstrated mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
- Proficiency with basic math calculations
- Ability to operate instrumented control systems and PC-based applications
- Willingness to work non-normal business hours including shift work and weekends
- Ability to respond calmly and professionally to emergency situations
- Strong problem solving skills and bias for action
- Ability to keep accurate records and convey information
- Interest in continuous learning and ability to operate multiple pilot plant processes
- Ability to follow safety and work permitting procedures
- Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and external contractors
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associates degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Demonstrated mechanical skills and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues
- Instrumentation and/or electrical skills preferred
- 5 years of experience in a 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 systems preferred
- Ability to read and modify technical drawings preferred
- Familiarity with federal health and safety regulations for chemical industry desired
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 and participate in root-cause analysis of unplanned events
- 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
- Ensure that safe work permitting process is followed including permits and inspections
- Operate the site's utilities including water tube boilers, steam generators, air compressors and dryers, secondary cooling water processes, chillers, wastewater holding cells, boiler chemical feed systems, and water quality monitoring
- Perform preventative maintenance and services on boilers and steam distribution/support systems
- Complete chemical analyses on waste and boiler water
- Participate in Responsible Care REACTS process after normal business hours
- Participate in the department's monthly safety meeting and act as safety advocate
- Perform safety inspections and identify safety hazards or concerns
- Participate in Process Hazard Analyses, Management of Change, Pre Startup Safety Reviews, and Incident Investigations and contribute to closure of action items
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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