Operator Trainee

Energized by an over 200-year history as part of PQ Corporation – our company is now simpler, stronger, leaner, nimbler – and solidly positioned for growth. Ecovyst is a pure-play catalyst and services company. As catalysts for positive change, our technologies play a critical role in supporting ecological health, and propelling expansion and growth for our customers.

Our long history of innovation expertise and close customer collaboration supports the development of proprietary catalysts and services across our two industry-leading businesses, Ecoservices and Catalyst Technologies

• Ecoservices provides specialty grade high purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses. Among them are mining, particularly copper for electronics applications, production of lead acid batteries for all types of vehicles, water treatment, and agricultural products.
• Catalyst Technologies business is a leader in engineering proprietary and customized technologies for cleaner fuels, emissions control and waste reduction
  
  

At Ecovyst, we are prioritizing and accelerating our growing and greening initiatives , and are putting sustainability for a safer, cleaner, healthier world at the forefront of our forward strategy. At Ecovyst, we are ready for change.

Ecovyst is a materials science, catalyst, and services company dedicated to creating innovative technologies that play a critical role in supporting ecological health and help our customers solve complex challenges.

Energized by an over 200-year history, we have positioned ourselves to be responsive and fast adapting to rapidly changing economic environments and support our customers with solutions that grow and extend their business growth and sustainability goals.

Our cutting-edge solutions span across two industry-leading businesses, Ecoservices and Advanced Materials and Catalyst .

Ecoservices is dedicated to services that have a positive impact on our planet. Our Ecoservices business provides specialty grade high purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses.

Advanced Materials and Catalyst Technologies specializes in silica supports and catalysts. This business allows us to develop innovative technologies that enable our customers and value chain partners to create sustainable products.

At Ecovyst, we are ready for change, and we believe that each of our team members can be a catalyst for positive change. Our cornerstone values of integrity and fairness, diligence and service, learning and imagination are reflected across our people and our company culture. Our dynamic and inclusive working environment is one where all opinions are valued and the culture of family is fostered. This culture and our strong spirit of teamwork directly benefit our customers, our suppliers, our employees, our planet, and the communities where we live and work.

GENERAL Responsibilities

• Draws samples of products for shift analysis
• Read temperature and pressure indications and flow meters, records readings, and compiles operating records. Monitors condition of unit and troubleshoots when parameters are found to be out of normal operating range.
• Maintains log of gauge readings and shift production using either paper or electronic logs (iProcess)
• Inspects fire extinguishers, respiratory protections equipment, and safety showers.
• Performs chemical tests on product sample to ensure conformance with specifications, using standard test equipment, materials, and procedure.
• Inspects equipment in unit to determine location and nature of malfunction, such as leaks, breakage, and faulty valves. Complete electronic work orders (SAP) for maintenance repairs.
• Prepares equipment for maintenance by following Lock out Tag out procedures
• Follow all Life Critical procedures and ensure paperwork is completed correctly.
• Turns valves or moves controls to maintain system at specified parameters.
• Connects with loading rack to line up for storage.
• Starts an acid and water pump as needed
• Reports concerns or any issues to supervisor in a timely manner
• Ensure rounds are completed as required and documented in logs
• Ensure SOPs / COPs / EOPs and good operating practices accurate and followed.
• Reviews all management of changes, accident/incident reports, shift log and operating instructions (both unit and Treatment Services) prior to the start of shift
• Ensure appropriate troubleshooting or effort is made and results/status is communicated to fellow employees and supervisors.
• Follow interlock/alarm bypass procedure and ensure interlock bypasses are removed when no longer needed.
• Complete the necessary training and qualifications in the unit on timetable specified by supervisor.
• Be accountable for the health and safety of not only yourself, but the unit operators and all fellow plant personnel.
• Patrols unit to verify safe and efficient operating conditions
• Performs turnaround duties as requested by Area Supervisor.
• Communicate with other Units, Aroma Performance personnel, and Supervision regarding steam, water, or natural gas production and shutdowns.
• Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in specific plant location or per job task specification.
• Performs autonomous maintenance jobs per the Labor Contract.
• Responsible for pulling, blowing, installing sonicore guns to the furnace. (this includes locking out for repairs).
• (Once Qualified as a 1st class ) Covers vacations, STD’s, and absences for other 1st class operators as required by Supervision.
• Attend quarterly and all other mandatory safety meetings.
• Follow the Incident reporting process.
• Work with contractors and engineers in the unit; be involved in the projects, HAZOPS, Audits, (etc.) as needed.
• Housekeeping – Ensure the unit is clean and well maintained to ensure a safe and efficient work area
• Complete CBTs on time.
• Work with Manager and Unit Engineers to improve unit operations (efficiency, safety, costs, throughput).
• Works with all employees and contractors professionally and respectfully at all times.
• Perform any other duties/projects as assigned by supervision.
  
  

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL Responsibilities

• Follow all company rules, policies and procedures.
• Inspects and monitors environmental, gas leaks and housekeeping within the unit.
• Attends required safety meetings to address safety and environmental concerns and incidents as well as current safety performance in unit. Participate by bringing forth current safety issues.
• Invokes “Stop Work” policy any time operational conditions become unsafe/uncertain
• Completes computer-based training to comply with HSE requirements and policies.
• Participates on Safety, Rescue, and other committees/teams as required.
• Notifies supervisor of all unsafe conditions/actions or procedure discrepancies.
• Reviews all management of changes, accident/incident reports, shift log and operating instructions prior to the start of shift.
• Completes work permits as required.
• Performs equipment inspection for leaks, breakage, and malfunction within the unit.
  
  

JOB SPECIFIC Responsibilities

• Making generalization, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Able to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations or with situations in which speed and sustained attention are required aspects of the job.
• Works around others, but independently.
• Will utilize shop math including practical application of fractions, percentages ratio, and proportion.
• Works as a team member.
• Able to work without direct supervision after hours.
  
  

Minium Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Greater:

High school diploma, or

GED

AND

Experience:

Process Technology Degree, or

Military Experience and in good standing, or

4 yr degree from a certified institution or

(2 yrs) Chemical Manufacturing Experience (defined as process of transforming raw materials into finished product - operator), or

(3 yrs) Industrial Experience (Insulation, scaffolding, pipe fitting, millwright, welding)

AND Critical Skills/Competencies:

Basic computer skills, and

Good communication skills, and

Willing to serve on the Emergency Response Team for minimum of the first 5 years

Ecovyst is a materials science, catalyst, and services company dedicated to creating innovative technologies that play a critical role in supporting ecological health and help our customers solve complex challenges.

Energized by an over 200-year history, we have positioned ourselves to be responsive and fast adapting to rapidly changing economic environments and support our customers with solutions that grow and extend their business growth and sustainability goals.

Our cutting-edge solutions span across two industry-leading businesses, Ecoservices and Advanced Materials and Catalyst .

Ecoservices is dedicated to services that have a positive impact on our planet. Our Ecoservices business provides specialty grade high purity virgin sulfuric acid for a number of diverse and growing end uses.

Advanced Materials and Catalyst Technologies specializes in silica supports and catalysts. This business allows us to develop innovative technologies that enable our customers and value chain partners to create sustainable products.

At Ecovyst, we are ready for change, and we believe that each of our team members can be a catalyst for positive change. Our cornerstone values of integrity and fairness, diligence and service, learning and imagination are reflected across our people and our company culture. Our dynamic and inclusive working environment is one where all opinions are valued and the culture of family is fostered. This culture and our strong spirit of teamwork directly benefit our customers, our suppliers, our employees, our planet, and the communities where we live and work.

GENERAL Responsibilities

• Draws samples of products for shift analysis
• Read temperature and pressure indications and flow meters, records readings, and compiles operating records. Monitors condition of unit and troubleshoots when parameters are found to be out of normal operating range.
• Maintains log of gauge readings and shift production using either paper or electronic logs (iProcess)
• Inspects fire extinguishers, respiratory protections equipment, and safety showers.
• Performs chemical tests on product sample to ensure conformance with specifications, using standard test equipment, materials, and procedure.
• Inspects equipment in unit to determine location and nature of malfunction, such as leaks, breakage, and faulty valves. Complete electronic work orders (SAP) for maintenance repairs.
• Prepares equipment for maintenance by following Lock out Tag out procedures
• Follow all Life Critical procedures and ensure paperwork is completed correctly.
• Turns valves or moves controls to maintain system at specified parameters.
• Connects with loading rack to line up for storage.
• Starts an acid and water pump as needed
• Reports concerns or any issues to supervisor in a timely manner
• Ensure rounds are completed as required and documented in logs
• Ensure SOPs / COPs / EOPs and good operating practices accurate and followed.
• Reviews all management of changes, accident/incident reports, shift log and operating instructions (both unit and Treatment Services) prior to the start of shift
• Ensure appropriate troubleshooting or effort is made and results/status is communicated to fellow employees and supervisors.
• Follow interlock/alarm bypass procedure and ensure interlock bypasses are removed when no longer needed.
• Complete the necessary training and qualifications in the unit on timetable specified by supervisor.
• Be accountable for the health and safety of not only yourself, but the unit operators and all fellow plant personnel.
• Patrols unit to verify safe and efficient operating conditions
• Performs turnaround duties as requested by Area Supervisor.
• Communicate with other Units, Aroma Performance personnel, and Supervision regarding steam, water, or natural gas production and shutdowns.
• Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in specific plant location or per job task specification.
• Performs autonomous maintenance jobs per the Labor Contract.
• Responsible for pulling, blowing, installing sonicore guns to the furnace. (this includes locking out for repairs).
• (Once Qualified as a 1st class ) Covers vacations, STD’s, and absences for other 1st class operators as required by Supervision.
• Attend quarterly and all other mandatory safety meetings.
• Follow the Incident reporting process.
• Work with contractors and engineers in the unit; be involved in the projects, HAZOPS, Audits, (etc.) as needed.
• Housekeeping – Ensure the unit is clean and well maintained to ensure a safe and efficient work area
• Complete CBTs on time.
• Work with Manager and Unit Engineers to improve unit operations (efficiency, safety, costs, throughput).
• Works with all employees and contractors professionally and respectfully at all times.
• Perform any other duties/projects as assigned by supervision.
  
  

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL Responsibilities

• Follow all company rules, policies and procedures.
• Inspects and monitors environmental, gas leaks and housekeeping within the unit.
• Attends required safety meetings to address safety and environmental concerns and incidents as well as current safety performance in unit. Participate by bringing forth current safety issues.
• Invokes “Stop Work” policy any time operational conditions become unsafe/uncertain
• Completes computer-based training to comply with HSE requirements and policies.
• Participates on Safety, Rescue, and other committees/teams as required.
• Notifies supervisor of all unsafe conditions/actions or procedure discrepancies.
• Reviews all management of changes, accident/incident reports, shift log and operating instructions prior to the start of shift.
• Completes work permits as required.
• Performs equipment inspection for leaks, breakage, and malfunction within the unit.
  
  

JOB SPECIFIC Responsibilities

• Making generalization, evaluations, or decisions based on sensory or judgmental criteria.
• Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.
• Able to perform under stress when confronted with emergency, critical, unusual or dangerous situations or with situations in which speed and sustained attention are required aspects of the job.
• Works around others, but independently.
• Will utilize shop math including practical application of fractions, percentages ratio, and proportion.
• Works as a team member.
• Able to work without direct supervision after hours.
  
  

Minium Qualifications:

High school diploma, or GED

AND

One of the following

Process Technology Degree, or

Military Experience and in good standing, or

4 yr degree from a certified institution or

(2 yrs) Chemical Manufacturing Experience (defined as process of transforming raw materials into finished product - operator), or

(3 yrs) Industrial Experience (Insulation, scaffolding, pipe fitting, millwright, welding)

AND Critical Skills/Competencies:

Basic computer skills, and

Good communication skills, and

Willing to serve on the Emergency Response Team for minimum of the first 5 years