Relief Operator

Relief Operator

La Porte, Texas, United States

USALCO is a leading provider of aluminum-based component products used in water treatment, pulp and paper manufacturing, the making of catalysts for oil refining, the housing market and other sectors. The right individual will have a can-do attitude, the ability to be part of a team while operating independently, and consistently performs to very high standards.

The Chemical Relief Process Operator is based out of USALCO's La Porte production facility, located at 9401 Strang Road, La Porte, TX 77571. The individual in this position will be working a Dupont schedule and is also expected to work overtime shifts on an as-needed basis.

The individual in this role is a member of the operations team supporting production assets at the La Porte site. The Relief Process Operator is expected to execute routine tasks that are necessary to maintain the safe and reliable operation of the facility. Basic troubleshooting skills during unanticipated process upsets, as well as collaboration with support functions (Maintenance, Logistics, etc.) as needed to work through challenges that impact the operation of the facility are expected.

• Work with manager on improving 5S and follow up actions.
• Work with manager on improving process and insuring standards are followed.
• Have working knowledge of all processes on site and be able to run the different units
• Fill in for operators to keep the different production units fully staffed
• Complying with stewardship and safety policies
• Operate process equipment including but not limited to valves, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, hoses, etc.
• Utilize standard operating procedures when executing tasks
• Maintain a high level of operational discipline regarding routine tasks that must be executed
• Perform process rounds and collect operating parameter data. Raise awareness to conditions that are outside of expected ranges
• Investigate and troubleshoot abnormal conditions or equipment malfunctions
• Collect and analyze process samples
• Prepare equipment for maintenance activities by isolating sources of hazardous energy (LOTO)
• Raise awareness to emerging risks that may impact safety, reliability, or product quality
• Authorize work activities using company's safe work permitting processes
• Participate in structured problem-solving efforts as needed
• Participate in drills to improve the sites emergency response preparedness
• Other activities directed by supervision

• 0-3 years of experience in operating a chemical manufacturing facility, continuous or batch process.
• Desire to add value in a team-based manufacturing environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Availability to work a Dupont schedule, covering additional shifts when necessary
• Willing to work overtime, holidays, nights, and weekends as needed
• Willing to be on call and meet call-out standards to respond to site responsibilities and emergencies

USALCO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy, USALCO does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.