Why You’ll Love This Job
Join the pioneering team at Westwin Elements and be at the forefront of establishing the first domestic Ni Refinery in the U.S. This groundbreaking role offers a unique chance to work with Ni Carbonyl technology, a century-old innovation from Canada and the U.K. You’ll gain hands-on experience in the operational aspects of Ni Carbonyl refining, from pilot plant operations to commercial scale-up, guided by our seasoned carbonyl experts.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
– Supervisory Roles:
– Lead and manage a team of plant operators, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
– Schedule and coordinate shifts, ensuring adequate staffing for 24/7 operations, including 12-hour day and night shifts.
– Enforce strict adherence to health, safety, and process safety protocols to ensure the wellbeing of all team members and the local community.
– Foster a collaborative and efficient work environment, promoting teamwork and open communication among staff.
– Conduct regular team meetings to discuss operational updates, safety procedures, and performance goals.
– Operational Management:
– Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Ni Carbonyl refining process, ensuring smooth and efficient production.
– Monitor and manage process control systems, including PLC and DCS platforms, to maintain optimal performance.
– Ensure compliance with operational control procedures and protocols in high-risk environments.
– Assist field operators in troubleshooting and resolving process control issues using SOPs and troubleshooting trees.
– Identify, escalate, and address complex process issues, applying Occupational Risk Assessments as needed.
– Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including industrial mechanics, electricians, and instrumentation experts.
– Technical Expertise:
– Maintain in-depth knowledge of industrial refining process equipment and control fundamentals (e.g., compressors, blowers, heat exchangers, pumps, valves).
– Document and relay process adjustments and modifications effectively across shifts and to supervisory personnel.
– Support the implementation of new technologies and processes to enhance plant performance and efficiency.
Qualifications
Personal Attributes:
– Thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced commissioning and operational environment.
– Strong commitment to health, safety, and process safety.
– Self-driven, proactive, and flexible.
– Willingness to relocate to Lawton, Oklahoma by Q1/24.
Qualifications:
– High School Diploma from an accredited institution; College certification in Chemical Technology or related field preferred.
– At least 5 years of operational experience in petrochemical or similar industrial settings, including field and control room environments.
– Familiarity with PLC and DCS process control platforms.
– Strong leadership qualities with supervisory experience.
– Competence in collaborating effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Prerequisites:
– Strict adherence to operational control procedures and protocols.
– Proven ability to troubleshoot and rectify process control issues.
– Excellent communication skills for documenting and relaying process adjustments.
Type: Full Time (Salaried)
Job ID: 129328