7-10 years of experience in Operations within R&D or petrochemical/refinery environments.
Thorough technical understanding of chemical processes and operational techniques, especially at lab and pilot plant scales.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with diverse teams.
Expertise in Microsoft 365 applications, SharePoint, ATR Smart Procedures, and Documentum.
Responsibilities
Lead and participate in Process Hazard Analyses and Management of Change activities.
Evaluate and improve operational procedures to enhance efficiency and safety.
Collaborate with site Process Owners to ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.
Mentor and train personnel to maintain HSE compliance.
Construct eLearning content for Operations training development.
Serve as a member of the site Process Safety and Operational Excellence Teams.
Perform supervisory duties as needed for the Operations Supervisor.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and welfare benefits.
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Inclusive workplace culture promoting diversity.
Access to innovative tools and technologies.
Support for work-life balance initiatives.
Full Job Description
Come Join an Inclusive Team
The R&D Operations Specialist is accountable for providing leadership, training, safety, and technical support for the activities of the Operations group as well as support the overall site at HTC. The individual will monitor the daily operational activities for site pilot process units and consult with affected parties to promote solutions to operational problems as needed. The individual will participate with unit owners as an Operations representative in Process Safety activities such as PHAs and MOCs, and provide support and guidance with preparation of operator certification content and format. The individual will primarily focus on the issues affecting Pilot Plant Operations, assisting the Operations Supervisor and coordinating with site HSSE in managing activities essential to GoalZERO performance. In addition, the R&D Operations Specialist will provide support to the overall site in management of Operational Excellence activities.
A Day in the Life
General
Participate in Process Hazard Analyses, Management of Change, and Incident Investigation activities.
Ensure information and procedures owned by the Operations Supervisor are current/accurate. Evaluate and improve existing procedures and develop new procedures as necessary to advance efficiency and safety.
Support HSSE and other site Process Owners to ensure procedures meet regulatory or corporate requirements and "fit for purpose" for HTC operations.
Collaborate with Operators and Operation Owners to ensure quality operator qualification / certification programs.
Mentor/train personnel as necessary to maintain compliance with applicable HSE requirements.
Is responsible for constructing various eLearning content for the development of effective Operations training.
Perform Administrator duties and serve as a backup for the site ATR Smart Procedures system and focal point for procedures owned by Operations.
Serve as member of site Process Safety Team.
Serve as member of site Operational Excellence Team. Participate/lead self-assessment activities.
Perform supervision duties as step-up for Operations Supervisor when appropriate.
Area of Expertise, Requirements
Possess and demonstrate a thorough technical understanding of a broad range of chemical processes and operational techniques, particularly at lab and pilot plant scales.
Demonstrated ability to recognize and quantify potential hazards of a chemical process in a PHA environment through review of process diagrams and information
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills are required due to the frequent interaction with Operators, Operation Owners, and other functional groups.
Expert computer skills, including Microsoft 365 applications, SharePoint, ATR Smart Procedures, Documentum.
Possess a solution-oriented approach to problems with processes and people.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong competencies in execution and attention to detail.
Skilled at identifying and explaining critical aspects of an activity or process.
Highly proficient at identifying gaps between systems in place and requirements.
Demonstrated creativity in applying available tools to encountered needs.
Exemplary personal and professional integrity and business ethics.
You Bring This Value
Education
High School diploma or equivalent
Work Experience
Minimum 7-10 years in Operations in a R&D or petrochemical/refinery environment
Languages
English
Other skills
ATR Vanguard experience preferred
Experience as software system Administrator related to operational activities and/or document control.
Competencies
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