Job Description
The DCS Administrator/Site IT Manager will design, optimize, and manage OCI Alabama’s hardware, software and system processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain, administer, and deploy the plant-wide DCS and associated networks, servers, engineering stations, and operator consoles for all chemical production units in accordance with all company standards.
- Configure, test, and implement control strategies, interlocks, sequences, and batch recipes to meet process targets.
- Implement and maintain alarm management, including alarm limits, priorities, and rationalization to reduce nuisance alarms and improve operator response.
- Implement and maintain safety-related controls and interlocks in alignment with P&IDs, cause-and-effect charts, and safety instrumented functions (in coordination with SIS where applicable).
- Ensure DCS configurations support regulatory and site standards for emissions, waste handling, and product quality, including data retention for audits and incident investigations.
- Plan and execute DCS and IT software and hardware upgrades to avoid obsolescence, coordinating with vendors and corporate IT while minimizing plant downtime.
- Manage backups, disaster recovery plans, and change management for all configuration, graphics, and logic across units and projects.
- Provide advanced technical support for complex issues.
- Manage and coordinate third-party MSPs, ensuring seamless integration and operation of external services.
- Perform in-depth troubleshooting and resolve critical technical problems related to applications, systems, and hardware.
- Support business applications, ensuring they are functioning correctly and efficiently.
- Maintain and update IT documentation.
- Monitor and manage IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and workstations, to ensure optimal performance and security.
- Provide training and support for staff on IT-related topics, enhancing their technical skills and knowledge.
- Ensure compliance with IT policies and procedures, maintaining a secure and efficient IT environment.
- Follow IT Policy and procedures and maintain KSOX audit compliance. Support internal and external audits quarterly by providing reports and supporting documentation.
Why Join Us?
At OCI Alabama, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
