Job Description
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Skills
Distributed control systems
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Writing skills
Communication skills
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Education
High school diploma or GED
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Job type
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Weekends as needed
Flextime
Location
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Job address
201 Formosa Drive, Point Comfort, TX 77978
Benefits
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401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Flextime
Health insurance
Life insurance
Full job description
Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.
Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas.
Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid.
We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities.
Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.
I. POSITION OBJECTIVE
Assist in the daily activities of the PVC plant with main emphasis on the Reactor, Hot mix and Recovery/ Refrigeration areas to maintain equipment and operating conditions in a manner to be cost effective, prevent production delays and quality problems. Assist in other areas on an as needed basis. Back-up coordinator in conjunction with Maintenance for detailed scheduling of work to be performed on a daily basis; as well as prior to and during turnarounds or production slowdowns.
II. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Shift Management: Accountable for each operator’s safety assigned to me. Responsible for any permit and OSHA violations for the safe operation of the PVC plant. Will be answerable for process upsets and resolving the issues associated with those occurrences. Accountability for validating operator time records. Oversee and audit lockouts for maintenance work. Responsible for the training of operators.
Ensure the correct amounts of certified operators are scheduled for a shift. Must be able to handle personnel issues that arise on shift professionally and respectfully.
Manage and Lead: Assign the operators to their areas of responsibility and monitor daily by reviewing the log sheets and checklists. Handle any conflicts, whether operational or personal, that develop. Be clear and precise in communications with operators and obtain feedback to ensure he/she understands the communication.
Operations: Assess the PVC unit operations by reviewing the J5 logbooks, PI trends, and DCS readings. Manage, solve, and /or recommend resolving discrepancies, deviations, and abnormalities by staying up to date and alert on the operational processes within PVC. Direct the proper operational steps during nights and weekends if a situation arises.
Facilitate the Fulfillment of Work Orders: Gather and collect the daily/weekly/monthly checklists and review for abnormalities. Flag abnormalities and relay them to the Operation Staff personnel (Managers) in the unit J5 logbooks. Attend the Operations meetings with the Maintenance group to go over the daily Maintenance items.
Staff Development: Evaluate the new operators from the Process Operator Program. Develop each individual’s talents, creating an environment that supports collaboration, a cross-functional team, and information sharing.
THM: Promote cleanliness and order through implementation of the Total House Keeping
Management/OCS programs. Emphasize Nothing Touch Ground program and No Visual Pollution program. Maintain the plant in like new condition.
III. QUALIFICATIONS
A. TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA
1. Previous Related Experience Required
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Operations as an Operator. PVC experience preferred. Board Experience in PVC Operations preferred.
2. Technical Skills Required To Perform This Job
Personal computer and applicable software including the ability to learn new systems that the company introduces.
Use of hand tools, gauges, indicators, operation of DCS and sample testing equipment.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Good business writing ability.
3. Education
High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of five (5) years of direct job-related experience required; with a process chemical operator course preferred.
4. Other Certification/Training Required To Gain Function-Related Technical Knowledge
Will require training in Company Policies and Procedures after hire.
Current employees must meet all technical and safety training requirements for current position, as specified in the Master Training Plan.
Check Out Our Benefits
Health Coverage and Perks
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Group Term Life, Dependent and
Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off for a balanced life
(Vacation, Sick and Personal Time)
FlexTime Available
Competitive Compensation
Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match,
Cash Balance, Pension Plan
Here’s how the job qualifications align with your profile.
Skills
Distributed control systems
(Required)
Writing skills
Communication skills
Do you have experience in Distributed control systems?
Education
High school diploma or GED
(Required)
Job details
Here’s how the job details align with your profile.
Job type
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Weekends as needed
Flextime
Location
Estimated commute
Add your address to estimate commute
Job address
201 Formosa Drive, Point Comfort, TX 77978
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Flextime
Health insurance
Life insurance
Full job description
Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.
Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas.
Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid.
We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities.
Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.
I. POSITION OBJECTIVE
Assist in the daily activities of the PVC plant with main emphasis on the Reactor, Hot mix and Recovery/ Refrigeration areas to maintain equipment and operating conditions in a manner to be cost effective, prevent production delays and quality problems. Assist in other areas on an as needed basis. Back-up coordinator in conjunction with Maintenance for detailed scheduling of work to be performed on a daily basis; as well as prior to and during turnarounds or production slowdowns.
II. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Shift Management: Accountable for each operator’s safety assigned to me. Responsible for any permit and OSHA violations for the safe operation of the PVC plant. Will be answerable for process upsets and resolving the issues associated with those occurrences. Accountability for validating operator time records. Oversee and audit lockouts for maintenance work. Responsible for the training of operators.
Ensure the correct amounts of certified operators are scheduled for a shift. Must be able to handle personnel issues that arise on shift professionally and respectfully.
Manage and Lead: Assign the operators to their areas of responsibility and monitor daily by reviewing the log sheets and checklists. Handle any conflicts, whether operational or personal, that develop. Be clear and precise in communications with operators and obtain feedback to ensure he/she understands the communication.
Operations: Assess the PVC unit operations by reviewing the J5 logbooks, PI trends, and DCS readings. Manage, solve, and /or recommend resolving discrepancies, deviations, and abnormalities by staying up to date and alert on the operational processes within PVC. Direct the proper operational steps during nights and weekends if a situation arises.
Facilitate the Fulfillment of Work Orders: Gather and collect the daily/weekly/monthly checklists and review for abnormalities. Flag abnormalities and relay them to the Operation Staff personnel (Managers) in the unit J5 logbooks. Attend the Operations meetings with the Maintenance group to go over the daily Maintenance items.
Staff Development: Evaluate the new operators from the Process Operator Program. Develop each individual’s talents, creating an environment that supports collaboration, a cross-functional team, and information sharing.
THM: Promote cleanliness and order through implementation of the Total House Keeping
Management/OCS programs. Emphasize Nothing Touch Ground program and No Visual Pollution program. Maintain the plant in like new condition.
III. QUALIFICATIONS
A. TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA
1. Previous Related Experience Required
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Operations as an Operator. PVC experience preferred. Board Experience in PVC Operations preferred.
2. Technical Skills Required To Perform This Job
Personal computer and applicable software including the ability to learn new systems that the company introduces.
Use of hand tools, gauges, indicators, operation of DCS and sample testing equipment.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Good business writing ability.
3. Education
High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of five (5) years of direct job-related experience required; with a process chemical operator course preferred.
4. Other Certification/Training Required To Gain Function-Related Technical Knowledge
Will require training in Company Policies and Procedures after hire.
Current employees must meet all technical and safety training requirements for current position, as specified in the Master Training Plan.
Check Out Our Benefits
Health Coverage and Perks
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Group Term Life, Dependent and
Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Work/Life Balance
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off for a balanced life
(Vacation, Sick and Personal Time)
FlexTime Available
Competitive Compensation
Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match,
Cash Balance, Pension Plan
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Day Supervisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Marketing Executive Jobs sector. This role in Point Comfort offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Marketing Executive Jobs is a plus.
