Pilot Plant Operator

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Kelly Services is actively recruiting for a Pilot Plant Operator for a Long Term Contract opportunity in Collegeville, PA.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

– Attentively and reliably monitors a complex chemical process operation via computer control screens, including reactors and distillation columns, utilizing plant P&ID’s and SOP’s when required.

– Reliably manages control system setpoints and intelligently responds to chemical process changes according to process control strategy.

– Performs chemical process start-up and shutdown operations.

– Conducts process walkthroughs and reviews in-process sensor and equipment readouts.

– Ensures proper data logging, capturing operating notes, and required documentation.

– Monitors feed and waste vessel states and levels, coordinates fills/drains to maintain steady uninterrupted operation.

– Collects process chemical samples via in-process sampling ports according to sampling strategy.

– Loads process chemical samples into analytical instruments (GCs, titrators, etc.) according to analytical strategy.

– Effectively executes shift acceptance at start of shift and shift turnover at end of shift.

– Reliably operates as needed other laboratory and pilot scale equipment (heating baths, chillers, sampling systems, etc.).

– Consistently generates high quality, reliable results.

– Makes accurate experimental observations and infers valid conclusions as per training.

– Communicates effectively with supervisor, crew members, management, and other personnel, and provides clear progress updates as needed.

– Understands assignments and priorities.

– Completes compliance requirements, including EH&S and other training for position as required.

– Demonstrates proficient application of Life Critical Standards, operating plant discipline and sets role model in safety culture.

– Maintains the assigned process area cleanly and orderly according to guidelines.

– Performs other related duties, as required.

HEALTH, SAFETY, & ENVIRONMENTAL

– Committed to Business Principles and Policies concerning Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Sustainable Development practices.

– Complies with all regulatory and corporate requirements in areas of responsibility.

– Completes safety actions in a timely fashion following all site and laboratory expectations.

– Reports safety observations promptly and clearly, committed to safe workplace practices.

– Ensures all operations in area of responsibility are covered and documented under current Hazard Analysis (HA), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and Management of Change (MOC) Review practices.

– Participates in HA/MOC reviews and SOP development and training as needed.

– Complies with all policies and procedures of the laboratory Chemical Hygiene Plan.

– Leads by example. Serves as a role model to others on the team.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE – REQUIRED

– Familiarity with continuous chemical process laboratory and/or pilot and/or production operations.

– Familiarity with and excellent skills in hazardous chemical handling.

– Familiarity with sample composition analysis using analytical instruments, e.g. GC, LC, titrations.

– Knowledge of and compliance with good laboratory practices.

– Knows names and uses of laboratory apparatus for common chemical engineering operations.

– Familiarity with process and instrumentation diagram concepts, general ability to read and follow such diagrams.

– Computer skills and learning aptitude to operate process control, analytical, spreadsheet and word processing software for design and data analysis and communication.

– Ability to interpret, and follow without deviation, process operating instructions in list, mathematical, diagram, or prose form and deal with many abstract and concrete variables.

– Ability to work 12 hour day or night shift with effective ownership of the work duties and process areas.

– Demonstrated ability to perform experiments, record data, directionally interpret results, offer and communicate interpretations, conclusions, and recommendations.

– Competent in the basic concepts of chemistry and engineering, chemical reactions of elements and compounds equivalent to an introductory Organic Chemistry course, including the laboratory component.

– Good teamwork and interpersonal skills, a reliable team member.

– Excellent communication skills to engage effectively with others, clearly discuss results, observations, and needs.

– Demonstrates respect, inclusion, cooperation and responsibility.

– Strong bias for action and keen attention to detail.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE – DESIRED

– Experience in chemical process research and development or production support.

– Experience with design, building, and operation of continuous, laboratory scale, integrated chemical process pilot plants.

– Experience in laboratory and pilot scale data acquisition and automation hardware and software.

– Experience in the operation of gas chromatographs (e.g., Agilent 7890).

– Experience with titrimetric methods of analysis (Karl Fischer, Acid-base Titration, etc.)

– Knowledge of engineering methods and concepts for common chemical process operations.

– Knowledge of (Meth)Acrylate monomer manufacturing technology.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

– Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

OR

– Associates degree or higher education in chemistry with a minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in a chemical process development or production environment.

OR

– High school diploma or general education degree (GED) with a minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience in a chemical process development or production environment.

If you feel you have the knowledge and expertise, apply today to connect with a Kelly professional who will work to enrich your life.

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