Experienced Operator

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS 

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry. 

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry. 

Chemours is seeking a Production Technician - Shift Operator to join our Operations team! This position will report directly to the Production Shift First Line Supervisor at our Ingleside, TX location.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Monitor and operate equipment and facilities ensuring quality and conformance with standard operating procedures.  Perform minor maintenance functions within their operating area and within their level of expertise.  Maintain safety standards at all times and initiates and follows emergency procedures when necessary. (Combined Field and Control Room Operator)

• Starts-up, operates, maintains and shuts-down equipment per operating procedures

• Prepares equipment for maintenance work 

• Serves as a member on the Emergency Response Team and follows and reinforces all safety, health and environmental rules, policies and regulations

• Involved in training new operators and ensures that the new operators follow operating procedures

• Pulls samples and performs field analysis and/or delivers them to the central laboratory

• Monitors process variables via DCS, makes adjustments to maintain operation within “Standard Operating Conditions” (SOCs), troubleshoots process upsets and responds appropriately to return process to within SOCs.

• Uses a variety of hand tools (e.g. pipe/valve/torque wrenches, band saw) meters (e.g. O2, flammability, gas tech) and rescue and HAZMAT equipment during the course of work  

• Records daily activity in shift logs and provides proper relief to ensure the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the plant

• Patrols assigned area in order to visually inspect, monitor equipment and process conditions to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures and environmental regulations

• Provides routine maintenance work and reviews and updates procedures and drawings per required guidelines

The following is required for this role:

• Associate degree in Process Technology or Four years of experience in an Industrial Environment as a Chemical/Petrochemical Operator

• Willingness and ability to work a rotating shift schedule with the ability to work overtime, including holidays, weekends, and on short notice call in.

• Passing completion of a drug screening and physical abilities test

• Willing and able to work in a high-hazard process.

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.) and able to learn new computer systems.

The following is preferred for this role:

• Five years of chemical operator experience

• Experience in reading and interpreting Schematics, Procedures, Manufacturers’ Literature, Safety Requirements, General Instructions, and ability to learn and detect process deviations.

• Experience performing a job safety analysis and equipment lockout safety procedures.

• Experience with SAP or equivalent manufacturing operations software.

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Days

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life. And we’re proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®.

 Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.