Job Description

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

About the role

Our Manufacturing team, composed of 20 people, is integrated in the Production Operations department and focuses on executing manufacturing processes in accordance with QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental) rules and regulations while meeting or exceeding customer requirements in collaboration with HSE and Compliance.

As a Chemical Plant Operator, you will manage the flow of day to day operations within assigned area, support the plant’s quality management systems and its compliance with pertinent quality standards, to support and promote continuous improvement activities. You will get the opportunity to contribute to maintaining a safe working environment and ensure team compliance and have a positive impact on the Site's key performance indicators (KPI’s) and overall Equipment Effectiveness. You will work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule that could involve days and nights. This schedule also requires being available for overtime during certain periods (either scheduled overtime, or being on call in case unscheduled overtime is required), working weekends, and holidays.

You will be accountable for:

• Monitor field equipment (by inspection & instrumentation – walking rounds, observing pressures, levels and temperatures on vessels and moving equipment or using other visual/audible indication), adjustments, and troubleshoots equipment as needed.
• Corrective and preventive actions to keep the chemical processes within acceptable control guidelines as well as to avoid safety, environmental or quality incidents during normal or upset process conditions.
• Monitor all direct aspects of chemical process production, by field observation and/or by control system monitoring, while also recognizing abnormal conditions while performing daily routine tasks.
• Maintains written record of field instrumentation readings, log of process changes, equipment malfunctions, and safety issues.
• Collects process samples, runs lab analyses on process samples, assesses need for process changes based on analytical results, and documents results & actions.

We offer a permanent contract based on shifts and onsite working mode.

About you

Relevant education degree of High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Relevant work experience of at least 2 years in Industrial background. Technical training (specialized training for operator or 2 years of college) is a plus.

Competencies:

• Ability to work effectively with relevant computer software such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SAP, Project Wise, Aspen Process Explorer.
• Ability to understand operation fundamentals such as pipe configurations, valve line ups, operation of a pump, etc.
• Perform under stress when confronted with emergency or critical deadlines in which working speed and accuracy, along with sustained attention, are critical to success.

Behaviors:

• Safety-oriented
• Responsible
• Team player

About the pay

Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is $ 37,55 - $ 54,52 per hour in the United States.

Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

Benefits:

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.

About us

Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.

We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.