• Job Description

  Req#: R24612

  Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

  SUMMARY
  Assist with the analyses and trouble-shooting of Process operations and collection of technical information. Assist in taking corrective action needed to maintain consistent quality and efficient operation.

  
  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  May include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Assist in Monitoring day-to-day operation of entire unit in order to minimize costs and maximize production.
  • Assist in performing engineering trouble-shooting of process problems, mechanical failures and customer complaints.
  • Help in carrying out directions of Unit Manager or Production Superintendent to ensure Company policies and procedures are followed.
  • Support studies to improve operating efficiency, profitability, quality, safety, and to solve operation problems. Work with the Project Departments in the implementation of improvements and changes.
  • Work with the Unit Manager and Production Supervisors when needed for process problems, environmental, safety or employee problems.
  • Assist in developing and updating P&ID’s, JSEA’s and GOI’s and Emergency Procedures.
  • Work on assigned projects. Help provide general plant support.

  
  ADDITIONAL DUTIES
  1. Perform the primary thinking encompassed by this job description.
  2. Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
  3. Fully supports Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels including reviewing area of responsibility for improvement opportunities to initiate projects or communicate ideas to management as well as active participation on project teams.
  4. Any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned.
  5. Perform duties in a manner that protects personal safety as well as the safety of others. Promptly report Safety, Health or Environmental issues or incidents to management.

  
  EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
  • Successful candidates must satisfy background screening, including motor vehicle record screening, drug testing & pre-employment physical requirements before starting work.
  • A current, valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card is required.
  • BS degree in Chemical Engineering with an acceptable academic record.
  • 2 years experience with some internship experience.
  • Computer programming and application skills.

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move
  up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

  
  WORK ENVIRONMENT
  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as normally based in an office. Some of the work may be required in the operating units which can require usage of required PPE including safety glasses, hearing protection, etc. May also result in exposure to outside elements and may require usage of stairs and elevators. Travel including air travel or auto travel may occasionally be required.

  Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

  If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

• About the company

  Westlake makes chemical and plastic products, which in turn make life better for people every day. We are a quality manufacturer and dependable global supplier of petrochemicals, plastics and building products. Our mission is to serve our clients by en...

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