process engineer
Job Summary / Overview:
The Process Engineer provides day to day professional work in chemical engineering research, development, design, operation, evaluation and improvement of processes, plants, equipment and methods or products. The work involves changes in the chemical composition or physical state of materials and requires primarily application of knowledge of the principles and practices of chemical engineering, chemistry and other scientific and engineering disciplines.
Essential Job Functions:
Develop safety procedures to be employed by workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to on-going chemical reactions.
Troubleshoot problems within the methanol manufacturing facilities.
Evaluate chemical equipment and processes to identify ways to optimize performance or to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Conduct research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes.
Recommend and lead projects to increase production capacity, reliability, safety of operation, reduction in cost of manufacturing, etc. Perform tests and monitor performance of processes throughout stages of production to determine degree of control over variables such as temperature, density, specific gravity, and pressure.
Design and plan layout of equipment.
Prepare estimate of production costs and production progress reports for management.
Solve problems involving the production, manufacturing, or usage of chemicals.
Provide various reports as needed.
Present a professional image at all times to clients and vendors and maintain a positive reputation of the company.
Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.
Education, experience, qualifications and/or training:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Degree in Chemical Engineering required
Minimum 8 years' experience in engineering required
Previous experience in the chemical industry preferred
Competitive salary, PTO, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401K with match and paid holidays.
Job Type: Full-time. Plant environment.
Please email your resume with references to info@usmeoh.com
operations shift supervisor
Job Summary / Overview:
The Shift Supervisor provides day to day operational guidance and leadership in the monitoring, operations and management of the methanol manufacturing facility to ensure safe, reliable and cost-efficient plant operations.
This position acts as the initial Incident Commander for any incidents on the facility and is accountable for the initial response and management of incidents to ensure the safety of all personnel and assets, internal and external neighbors as well as environmental protection. During off-hours, weekends and holidays, this position assumes full responsibility for the Site.
Essential Job Functions:
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
Ensures all HSE systems, policies and procedures are adhered to.
Supports and promotes a pro-active HSE culture among all team members including other departments and contractors. Develops HSE leadership skills for Operators.
Performs compliance audits (including joint plant safety audits) and take appropriate actions to correct non-compliance in a timely manner and reinforces positive behaviors.
Executes Safe Control of Work processes including reviewing and making recommendations to job safety analyses (JSA’s) to ensure all risks are mitigated, thereby ensuring safety of personnel/environment and integrity of equipment are maintained. Perform audits on tool-box meetings at the start of and during maintenance work.
Develop and work in a manner to comply with all HSE performance metrics.
Ensures all safety equipment are functioning properly.
Monitors all lab analysis, performance metrics, plant effluents and air emissions to confirm they are within the environmental limits and take appropriate and timely corrective measures in the event of any deviations.
Ensures all plant equipment are operated within the safe envelope and in accordance to the relevant Process Safety Information (PSI) and SOPs to maintain the safety of personnel, equipment and the environment. Initiates Management of Change (MOC) process as needed for any changing conditions.
Ensures all Shift team members are equipped with the correct safety gears and PPE’s and properly trained to perform their duties.
Ensures plant cleanliness and proper housekeeping are always maintained and provide clear directions in the management and containment of spills, ensuring proper handling and disposal of hazardous substances.
Ensures all incidents are reported in a prompt manner and actions taken to prevent re-occurrence and share the lessons learned.
Participate in incident investigations as required and the findings and corrective actions are communicated to all Shift members.
Performs all duties as specified in the plant and site Emergency Response Plans including planned emergency drills.
Ensures all mandatory and recommended safety training are completed in a timely manner and all team members safety training records are updated and within compliance.
Provide clear directions for the safe start-up and shut down of equipment in normal and emergency scenarios.
Continuously monitors the process for abnormal conditions which may lead to production loss/upsets or negative environmental impacts and take proactive steps to mitigate risks. Consult Operations Manager and others if required.
Adheres to and support full compliance to HSE related rules, regulations, guidelines and corporate requirements and management systems.
Human Resource Management
Always represent the company in a professional manner to clients, vendors and external customers.
Leads by example, be a role model and mentor for operators and support the development of their leadership skills and attributes.
Conduct performance appraisals, provide continuous and positive feedback, develop and implement developmental plans as and when needed.
Act as a champion for the organization and foster a culture that builds on the key values of the Company.
Implement training plans for the shift as well as individuals to ensure continuous learning and development.
Create an atmosphere of inclusion and knowledge enhancement for the Shift members and provide the technical and operational advice to the Shift members.
Responsible for planning and scheduling resources to ensure all shifts are always adequately manned.
Provides effective supervision and work prioritization on a day-to-day basis to meet department and organization’s objectives and goals.
Communicate effectively and in a timely manner. Resolve conflicts in a fair manner with positive outcomes for all involved.
Develop Shift Team in accordance with the company’s competency assurance and progression programs for future progression.
Provide access to tools (hardware, software etc.) and the requisite training for the Shift Members.
Plant Performance
Routine Operations
Identify and analyze plant performance and productivity and make recommendations to implement approved adjustments to mitigate any threats or potential loss of production.
Always conduct risk assessments to identify and rank risks and identify the proper risk reduction controls.
Ensure all Shifts operate the Plant consistently and within Operating Control Limits.
Provides guidance and directions to optimize raw materials usage to enhance plant operations.
Plan and establish work schedules, assignments, and production sequences to meet production goals.
Coordinates activities between Operations and other departments with the aim to improve reliability and efficiency.
Plant and Equipment Monitoring
Monitors all plant operating conditions to identify potential issues and opportunities for improvements in a timely manner.
Follow up on all laboratory testing and results in a timely manner to ensure all operating parameters are maintained within limits and take appropriate steps to correct any deviations.
Ensures any risks associated with process deviations and equipment defects or abnormalities are assessed and rectified promptly.
Provide timely updates on all plant issues to the relevant personnel.
Verify the nature of service requests with Shift members, assess and determine priorities and follow the progression throughout its lifecycle. Confirm all service request generated during shift are relayed to the incoming shifts.
Prepare and generate Shift reports as required.
Ensures proper Shift handovers are conducted and critical information are relayed to all involved. Effective communication during shift change is vital.
Maintain oversight on all product loading activities.
Troubleshooting
Provide direction to Shifts members to systematically troubleshoot abnormal plant situations.
Promptly share findings to the relevant persons/departments to implement corrective actions.
Work with other departments personnel for their input and support when resolving complex operational and technical issues.
Participate in multidisciplinary team diagnosing and troubleshooting process and maintenance related issues.
Abnormal Plant Situations
Make prompt and sound decisions to protect personnel, neighbors, asset and the environment in all abnormal situations.
Provide the necessary guidance to the Shift during abnormal plant situations and emergencies.
Perform duties as required in the Emergency Response Team according to the Emergency Response Plan.
Follow the schedule for plant start-up and shut-down activities taking into consideration maintenance work, equipment availability and overall safety.
Procedures Management
Ensure all operating procedures (work instructions and checklists) are properly completed and signed.
Routinely reviews HAZOP recommendations to maintain high awareness to critical elements.
Ensure scheduled revision of operating procedures and other related documents are completed as assigned.
Ensure operating procedures are updated after plant modifications (MOC) prior to systems being put in service. Also ensure all Shift members are updated/competent on the changes.
Identify, develop, review and approve all special procedures that are required for preparing plant, systems and equipment for maintenance.
Maintenance and Turnaround Activities
Ensures operational activities are properly coordinated for timely handover of equipment for maintenance.
Manage the lock out/tag out (LOTO), and test program for all plant isolations. Review all isolation plans and approve prior to implementation.
Provide oversight to Shift members to ensure all process related risks are eliminated, isolated or minimized before systems and equipment are handed over to maintenance.
Advises Operations and/or Plant Manager on authorization request for interlock bypasses, safety bypasses, safety equipment defects and deviations from work standards. Ensure all associated risks are duly assessed and effectively controlled.
Participate in turnaround planning by working with other departments to identify critical jobs, prioritize maintenance work and ensure operational defects are clearly understood.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.
10-12 years operational supervisory or management experience in a related field (Methanol, Ammonia, Petrochemicals or Refinery) and thorough knowledge of these units’ processes required.
Certifications, Skills and Other
None required.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Work is performed both in an office environment, including office equipment, Distributed Control Systems, CMMS and other business-related software, and in the “field” in sometimes challenging weather conditions for long periods of time in proper personal protective and safety equipment.
WORK SCHEDULE
Rotating twelve (12) hour Shift System.
May be required to work longer hours occasionally due to plant requirements such as during commissioning, start-up/shutdown and turnarounds.
Job Type: Full-time.
Competitive salary, PTO, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401k with match and paid holidays.
Please email your resume with references to info@usmeoh.com.
Process Operator
Job Summary / Overview:
Responsible for monitoring the operations of the methanol plant on the DCS in the Control Room. He/she monitors the processes and makes adjustment to maintain the safe operating limits and the production of on-spec. product quality. This position also functions in emergency operations on the DCS with assistance from the Senior Operator or Supervisor. Skilled in all ‘field’ areas of the process plant and assists the other field operators in monitoring and troubleshooting equipment remotely from the DCS or in the field as required.
Essential Job Functions:
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
Ensures all HSE systems and procedures are adhered to.
Reviews permits other than safe work permits and all applicable supporting documents prior to issuance. Participates in job safety analyses (JSA’s) for specific jobs to ensure all risks are mitigated, thereby ensuring safety of personnel/environment and integrity of equipment are maintained.
Reviews the results of the field Operators safety equipment checks and ensures the results are uploaded into the relevant files.
Ensures all plant equipment are operated within the safe envelope and in accordance to the relevant SOPs to maintain the safety of personnel, equipment, and/or the environment.
Ensures all incidents are reported in a prompt manner and actions taken to prevent re-occurrence and share the lessons learned.
Participates in training and assist in the execution of any safety or process related training.
Training and Development
Leads by example, be a role model for junior operators and support the development of their skills and attributes.
Conduct basic DCS, complex loop and CEM training for the field operators.
Provides effective guidance for work prioritization on a day to day basis to meet department and organization’s objectives and goals.
Proactively coaches junior operators.
Routine Operations
Monitors the plant operations via graphics and trends etc. on the DCS on a continuous basis and take regular readings.
Assist in the start-up and shutdown of the various process units from the DCS under guidance from the Senior Operator or the Shift Supervisor.
Possess a good working knowledge of all Control Loops, DCS and SIS alarms and trip set points.
Thorough working knowledge of the Delta V DCS system and how to build trends, adjust parameters to keep the system on-line etc.
Assist in shift handovers and generation of reports.
Follow up on all maintenance work in the field and provide updates to the Senior Operator and Shift Supervisor in a timely manner.
Ensures all routine and scheduled checks including all sampling are performed by the field Operators and all results, service requests etc. are completed prior to shift handover.
Reviews and assist in preparing all special procedures (including LOTOs and isolations plans) which are required for equipment maintenance activities.
Ensure all operating procedures (work instructions and checklists) are adhered too at all times. Confirms equipment, safety and start-up checklists etc. are properly completed and signed as per schedule.
Troubleshooting
Assist field Operators in troubleshooting abnormal plant or equipment conditions
Promptly share findings to the relevant persons/departments or incoming/outgoing shifts to implement corrective actions.
Education, experience, qualifications and/or training:
High school diploma or higher education required.
5-7 years operational experience including DCS operations in a similar industry required.
Competitive salary, PTO, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401K with match and paid holidays.
Job Type: Full-time. Plant environment. Rotating 12-hour shift system.
Please email your resume with references to info@usmeoh.com
HSE Manager
Job Summary / Overview:
To plan, organize and execute, programs and tools to facilitate the Health, Safety, and Environmental functions of the plant. Valued member and contributor of the plant leadership team. Coordinates with the breadth and depth of the company organization to provide or facilitate HSE training, communications, and comradery that supports an HSE culture that is behavioral and owned by every individual in the company. Ensures that all regulatory requirements and reporting are addressed, and actions taken to comply with corporate, OSHA, and related safety policies and directives.
Essential Job Functions:
Manage and provide information during PSM and corporate auditing practices.
Conduct root cause investigations.
Manage the Structured HSE Processes for site
Oversee Emergency Response Program with Industrial Complex
Manage process hazard analysis/HazOps.
Manages all external/internal HSE and PSM Audits
Manages Industrial Hygiene Program
Manage Drug and Alcohol Testing Program
Responsible for Incident Management including near miss incidents.
Complete annual site HSE self-assessment.
Observes workers and work practices to ensure that protective devices and safe work procedures are used.
Initiates and ensures investigations of accidents and unsafe working conditions, compiling statistical data and providing remedial actions to achieve effective accident prevention and avoidance of losses.
Acts as liaison with government agencies and serves as plant management representative in case
of inquiries and inspections to correct deficiencies and to minimize citations and fines for noncompliance.
Acts as plant liaison with inspectors of insurance carriers. Determines management's position on inspectors' recommendations and prepares written response accordingly.
Keeps abreast of OSHA and corporate safety regulations and standards applicable to the plant.
Communicates with and/or trains employees to the extent appropriate to achieve understanding and compliance of same. Develops and prepares plant safety procedures and rules, ensures their communication to those affected, and audits for compliance.
Maintains close follow-up with employees or family members of those employees who may have been seriously injured while at work.
Manages injury reports for Workers Compensation Claims
Provide various HSE-related reports as needed
Manage Environmental Permitting program and permit amendments.
Present a professional image at all times to clients and vendors and maintain a positive reputation of the company.
Follow all relevant company policies and procedures.
Assists other Departments and other administrative personnel as necessary.
Perform other tasks as assigned
Education, Experience, Licenses, etc.:
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Safety, or Environmental related field required, plus minimum five (5) years related experience and/or training required.
Minimum seven (7) years experience working in Safety required.
Minimum five (5) years experience working in the Manufacturing, Chemical Processing industry required.
Hands on experience in practical application of OSHA PSM 1910.119.H.S. diploma or GED required.
CSP and CEP certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Health, Safety & Environmental – knowledge of the concepts, procedures and regulations affecting the facility.
Regulatory Requirements – understanding the laws and governance.
Job Type: Full-time.
Competitive salary, PTO, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401K with match and paid holidays.
Please email your resume with references to info@usmeoh.com