Biodiesel Operator (Nights)

Chevron

  • Mason City, IA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Operates and monitors company plants and facilities, typically Upstream facilities after primary separation and processing (such as gas and co-gen plants) and Downstream & Chemical refineries and plants. Performs routine assignments under general supervision. Support our tenets of operation policy to eliminate any recordable incidents or injuries. Utilizing the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to accomplish the job tasks. Being aware and making management aware of potentially hazardous conditions and managing hazardous waste. Locating and correcting noticeable odors, leaks, or visible emissions. Prepare equipment for mechanical repairs, clear, lockout/tagout, and assist with repairs as needed. Learn and assist with general facility maintenance and housekeeping, including equipment inspection and monitoring throughout the facility. Maintain a clean work environment in all areas of the process. Follow standard safety, operational, and quality procedures. Assist in load-out and receiving functions, which include preparing trucks and rail cars for shipment and loading products (oils and fats, process ingredients, and process chemicals). Learn to manufacture and load specialty oil products and properly document work completed. Monitor operating equipment (pumps, valves, pressure/temperature readings, fans, and chemical treatment systems) designed to control the variables of the process. Assist with weekly and monthly inspections of the rotating equipment and safety equipment such as fire monitors, fire extinguishers, and hoses. Operate forklift, pallet jack, skid loader, and telehandler. Learn chemical and biodiesel processing as well as BQ-9000 quality requirements Learn how to read drawings and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&ID). Learn to operate the biodiesel master control system. This includes operations of the main master control, process production system, and recording data with PI entries in a timely manner. Perform minor mechanical repairs. Learn to perform various quality control functions for oil, biodiesel, glycerin, recovered fatty acid, and water. Perform visual inspection of all types of inventory and measure physical inventory periodically, which may involve working at heights. Operation of lab equipment to ensure sample quality. High school diploma or equivalent. Previous chemical processing or related experience preferred. General knowledge of computers and good communication skills. Willingness to work in extreme outdoor elements. Knowledge of arithmetic and its application 6-12 months of general work experience preferred. Be available for work and overtime as required

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