Job Details
Who we are:
LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 6.7 billion in 2023. The company currently has about 12,800 employees in 32 countries. Our core business is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS is listed in the leading sustainability indices Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI World and Europe) and FTSE4Good.
We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!
Join our Team!
Job Highlights
The utility technician is responsible for completion of weekly PM's on safety equipment, hooking and unhooking Cl2 cars, and loading/unloading occasional Br2 trailers for customer shipments. This position wears multiple hats including filling in and assisting when needed at both the Cl2 Dock and NaHS. Duties include, but are not limited to:
* Weekly safety shower and Cl2 closure PM's
* Conduct monthly inspections (LO/LC valves, ladder inspections, windsocks, emergency lights, etc.)
* Maintain Environmental air records for assigned areas (NaHS,Cl2 Dock, Br2 Tower)
* Hooking up/unhooking Cl2 railcars (Ensures mechanical integrity of Cl2 fittings, replaces as needed)
* Loading/offloading Br2 shipments
* Assist operations with both routine and non-routine maintenance (Br2, Boiler, NaHS, and/or Cl2 Dock)
* Distribute OPL's (One Point Lessons) to Br2 Tower, NaHS, and Cl2 Dock, and deliver to the safety department upon completion
* Housekeeping duties including dumping trash in assigned units (Br2 Tower, NaHS, and Cl2 Dock)
* Make routine rounds throughout the assigned areas to ensure proper housekeeping. Resolve audit findings
* Pipe labeling and tank labeling
* Decontamination of equipment and proper tagging for disposal of piping, valves, instruments, etc. that have been removed from service
* Enter work orders or address anything observed when making rounds through respective areas (replacement of broken water hoses, utility piping, missing plugs or caps, etc.)
* Support operators with routine/nonroutine samples and lab transport
* Support NaHS operator/Cl2 dock operator in non-routine tasks
* Replenish Control Room with utilities and PPE
Requirements
* High School Diploma
* Experience in chemical operations is a plus
* May require membership in Fire Brigade
* Mechanical aptitude (working with pipe wrenches and tools needed for plant activities and minor maintenance)
* Experience in operating a forklift or ability to learn
* Participation in plant safety and environmental programs
* Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner
* Demonstrates behavior consistent with site standards and coaches others to do the same.
* Must maintain and continually improve the housekeeping standards of the area
* Able to multi-task
What we offer you:
* Compensation: We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and an individual performance bonus program. Compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
* Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
* Work-Life & Flexibility: We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global "Xwork" program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
* Training & Development: We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
* Diversity: LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.
LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.
Join the LANXESS team!
Requisition ID: 6116
Location:
El Dorado, AR, US, 71731
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Level of Experience: Entry level
Nearest Major Market: El Dorado
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