Job Description

Olin Chlor Alkali Products and Vinyls has an opening at the Plaquemine, LA plant for full time Process Technicians. The Plaquemine Plant is looking for top-caliber, technically capable Process Technicians who are action oriented, can make decisions quickly and possess excellent trouble shooting skills.

Job Purpose: Perform work in a team environment in a complex/heavily regulated chemical production plant following operating disciplines, procedures, and practices to ensure a safe and efficient operation of assigned duties in assigned plant area.

Process Technician Essential Functions/Basic Duties:

• Monitor process conditions, equipment, and control systems as well as assist in the start-up, training, and troubleshooting of related equipment and chemical processes.
• Perform tasks assigned to operations such as field checks, equipment preparation, permitting, testing, commissioning, process sample management and analysis, cell component assembly/replacement, cleaning/assembly of chlorine cells, operating solvent wash stations, weld repair, cell gasketing, painting, quality inspections, inventory, and the loading/unloading product to and from rail cars, totes, tank trucks and other modes of transportation.
• Prepare equipment for maintenance as well as perform minor maintenance activities as assigned.
• Use various controls systems to monitor, control and adjust equipment operations for tanks, boilers, air systems, water wells, condensers, reactors, pumps, coolers, and compressors within established standards. May replace and leak test tank car service equipment such as valves and monitor tank levels and flow rates.
• Troubleshoot, analyze, and resolve technical issues within assigned area of the plant.
• Complete thorough inspections to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Constantly monitor field operating parameters to ensure quality requirements and perform all duties aligned with Olin’s quality policy and per the ISO9001/RC14001 standards and procedures.
• Cooperate with maintenance and development projects to attain maximum efficiency in operations and minimize outages of equipment.
• Cell Room/Valve Operators (any site): Due to hazardous conditions this job may be considered unsafe for certain health conditions. Must be able to work in strong electromagnetic field.

Process Technician Essential Job Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• HS Diploma/GED.​
  • Associate degree* in Process Technology, Industrial Engineering, Instrumentation, Electrical or Computer Technology, strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of full-time work experience or 3 years full time military experience​ (36 months of full-time work or military experience at time of application required)
  • Chemical plant, oil and gas, logistics, and/or manufacturing experience, strongly preferred.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Ability to demonstrate basic computer skills, math and problem-solving skills, mechanical, numerical, and verbal aptitude. ​
• Ability to be a part of a rescue team and respond to Hazwoper/emergency response teams.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, holidays, and weekends as required.
• Must have the ability to understand, analyze and resolve technical problems.
• Must have strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must have ability to ensure a safe work environment by working safely, and complying with all environmental, health and safety standards.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential).
• A Valid US Driver's license.

Physical Demands/Driving/Work Conditions:

• ​Ability to pass a functional physical testing and be able to use standard safety equipment and wear all required personal protective equipment (in extreme hot/cold environments)
• Ability to pass physical, drug screen and background check if offer is received and accepted.
• Ability to work in confined, tight, or closed-in spaces.
• Must have the physical ability to lift hoses, to climb ladders or stairs through multiple levels, to work at heights, bolt flanges, operate valves and similar equipment as part of normal job.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Who We Are
Since 1892, Olin Corporation has steadily grown to become the industry leader in both chemicals manufacturing and ammunition. The three divisions of Olin Corporation, Olin Chlor Alkali Products and Vinyls, Olin Epoxy and Winchester, employ approximately 8,000 global team members in more than 20 countries with customers in nearly 100 countries around the globe.

*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.