Contribute. Grow. Lead...with OxyChem. Looking for a challenge? Desire to achieve your true potential? OxyChem is a growing, action-oriented, safety driven chemical manufacturing company continually striving to be the best in the business while staying focused on environmental protection. The secret to our success has and will continue to be our people.
Occidental Chemical Corporation (OxyChem) is a leading North American manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins, chlorine and caustic soda – key building blocks for a variety of indispensable products such as plastics, pharmaceuticals and water treatment chemicals. Other OxyChem products include caustic potash, chlorinated organics, sodium silicates, chlorinated isocyanurates and calcium chloride. OxyChem's market position is among the top three producers in the United States for the principal products it manufactures and markets. Based in Dallas, Texas, the company has manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Canada and Latin America.
In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Ethylene Pipeline Maintenance Supervisor with our Ingleside Plant located in Clemville, Texas.
Essential Job Duties:
Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products as our highest priority.Develop and manage maintenance systems to support compliance with DOT/TRRC requirements for an ethylene pipeline and in ground storage facilities.Evaluate, design, and recommend changes in maintenance activities to increase reliability of existing equipment, reduce repair costs and minimize product interruptions.Provide coordination between the Production, Project, Process and Corporate Engineering Departments regarding capital project implementation including preparation of AFE’s.Lead and coach the maintenance technicians to ensure that through proper training, all work is performed according to job plan.Provide ongoing engineering assistance to operations and maintenance. Troubleshoot process operating problems, investigate equipment failures, conduct special tests, develop reports and provide technical assistance as required.Develop and institute plans for preventive/predictive maintenance on equipment, routine replacement of equipment and improvement of material of construction. Supervise installation, monitor performance and make recommendations to improve reliability and reduce cost.Provide troubleshooting and technical support during planned and unplanned outages.Partner with the contract maintenance group to identify, prioritize and schedule routine, capital and T/A maintenance work.Contribute. Grow. Lead...with OxyChem. Looking for a challenge? Desire to achieve your true potential? OxyChem is a growing, action-oriented, safety driven chemical manufacturing company continually striving to be the best in the business while staying focused on environmental protection. The secret to our success has and will continue to be our people.
Occidental Chemical Corporation (OxyChem) is a leading North American manufacturer of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins, chlorine and caustic soda – key building blocks for a variety of indispensable products such as plastics, pharmaceuticals and water treatment chemicals. Other OxyChem products include caustic potash, chlorinated organics, sodium silicates, chlorinated isocyanurates and calcium chloride. OxyChem's market position is among the top three producers in the United States for the principal products it manufactures and markets. Based in Dallas, Texas, the company has manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Canada and Latin America.
In a fast-paced industry that demands precision, we create a supportive workplace where the safety and well-being of our employees are paramount. We are committed to rewarding top performers, offering very competitive pay and benefits, and providing tremendous career development opportunities. We are looking for an experienced and self-motivated individual to fill the position of Ethylene Pipeline Maintenance Supervisor with our Ingleside Plant located in Clemville, Texas.
Essential Job Duties:
Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products as our highest priority.Develop and manage maintenance systems to support compliance with DOT/TRRC requirements for an ethylene pipeline and in ground storage facilities.Evaluate, design, and recommend changes in maintenance activities to increase reliability of existing equipment, reduce repair costs and minimize product interruptions.Provide coordination between the Production, Project, Process and Corporate Engineering Departments regarding capital project implementation including preparation of AFE’s.Lead and coach the maintenance technicians to ensure that through proper training, all work is performed according to job plan.Provide ongoing engineering assistance to operations and maintenance. Troubleshoot process operating problems, investigate equipment failures, conduct special tests, develop reports and provide technical assistance as required.Develop and institute plans for preventive/predictive maintenance on equipment, routine replacement of equipment and improvement of material of construction. Supervise installation, monitor performance and make recommendations to improve reliability and reduce cost.Provide troubleshooting and technical support during planned and unplanned outages.Partner with the contract maintenance group to identify, prioritize and schedule routine, capital and T/A maintenance work.Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or G.E.D.Five plus years practical maintenance experience in manufacturing environment which includes a good working knowledge of equipment, materials, techniques, problem solving skills and safeguards in respective discipline for maintenance and construction.Experience with fixed equipment, including furnaces, boilers, heat exchangers, process piping and mechanical support systems.Strong troubleshooting skills.Ability to read and understand all types of drawings and equipment manuals.High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to read, write and speak in English.Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.Ability to work weekends, holidays and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis.Physical requirements – Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.Additional Desired Qualifications:
Experience with plant mechanical integrity programs and vibration analysis.Pipeline/storage operations experience.Good working knowledge of SAP.Prior supervisory experience.Occidental does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.
Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or G.E.D.Five plus years practical maintenance experience in manufacturing environment which includes a good working knowledge of equipment, materials, techniques, problem solving skills and safeguards in respective discipline for maintenance and construction.Experience with fixed equipment, including furnaces, boilers, heat exchangers, process piping and mechanical support systems.Strong troubleshooting skills.Ability to read and understand all types of drawings and equipment manuals.High proficiency in Microsoft applications (such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to read, write and speak in English.Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.Ability to work weekends, holidays and respond to callouts on a non-routine basis.Physical requirements – Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders and stairs. Walking, bending, stooping is required. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.Additional Desired Qualifications:
Experience with plant mechanical integrity programs and vibration analysis.Pipeline/storage operations experience.Good working knowledge of SAP.Prior supervisory experience.Occidental does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.
Occidental is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, marital status, political preference, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.