INEOS Aromatics is a global chemical manufacturing company that produces products the polyester industry uses to make many of the things we use in our daily lives, such as clothes, carpets, furniture, automotive parts and food packaging.
We employ 1,300 employees in sites in the United States, United Kingdom, Mainland China, Belgium, Indonesia and Taiwan, with annual sales of $4 billion. Our diverse team of engineers, scientists and business professionals is dedicated to discovering solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges.
We are looking for people who share our passion for excellence, collaboration and innovation. In return for your excellent skills and abilities, we offer a competitive benefits package including: health, dental & vision insurance, 401K match (up to 9%), STD/LTD, paid dependent care days, Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment, 9 paid holidays, 2 personal days and paid vacation.
INEOS Aromatics is part of INEOS, formed in 1998 and already one of the world’s most successful chemical companies, with an annual turnover of over $60 billion and 25,000 employees - over 5,000 of them in the US. INEOS is also one of the safest manufacturing companies in the world, nothing is more important to us.
(I&E) Maintenance Technician
Role Synopsis
The Instrument and Electrical (I&E) Maintenance Technician disassembles, reassembles, calibrates, repairs, and troubleshoots process control instrumentation, valves and analyzers; maintains and repairs electrical equipment and electrical distribution systems using schematics and electrical drawings to support safe, environmentally sound, reliable, and optimum plant operations.
Our Training Program is a registered apprenticeship program with the Department of Labor and eligible for GI Bill Benefits.
Key Accountabilities
- Perform maintenance on electrical and electronic equipment
- Monitor and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s)
- Calibrate process control instrumentation and analyzers
- Remove, troubleshoot, repair and install automated process control valves
- Maintains process equipment in accordance with established procedures and processes
- Coordinates maintenance activities with operations personnel. Works with operators to troubleshoot and repair equipment and instrumentation
- Supports emergency plant needs on day shift and provides 24-hour support (on call) assistance during off hours
- Provides I&E support to unit engineering functions
- Assists in equipment troubleshooting activities and in root cause failure analysis
- Complete work documentation such as paperwork/computer system entries associated with the job
- Identify specific cost reduction opportunities
- Assume responsibility for related duties as required or assigned
Essential Education
A High School Diploma or GED
Essential Experience And Job Requirements
- 5 years of industrial/manufacturing repair experience in I&E field, or 4 years military I&E experience, or Associate's Degree from an accredited college in a related field.
- Legal authorization to work in the US on a fulltime basis for anyone other than your current employer
- A passing score on pre-employment tests, including mechanical aptitude, reading & mathematics
- The ability to read & follow detailed operating, maintenance and safety procedures.
- The willingness & ability to be on call including nights, weekends & holidays
- The willingness & ability to relocate to or commute on a daily basis to the INEOS Cooper River Plant without company assistance
- The willingness & ability to work in all weather conditions
- Work with diverse groups to achieve results and maintain a positive working relationship with co-workers
Desirable Criteria / Qualifications
- Associate degree from a vocational technical college in a related field
- Experience working in an industrial or military environment
- Experience working with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Experience responding to industrial emergencies
- Experience troubleshooting process control and automated equipment
Certifications/Licenses
International Society of Automation Level 1 Certified Controls System Technician (ISA Level 1 CCST) – preferred
Physical Demands
- The ability to routinely work in confined spaces for extended periods of time
- The ability to routinely climb stairs & ladders that can exceed 200 feet in total span with break decks
- The ability to lift & carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds in weight.
- The ability to put on respirators and other important safety equipment
- Constant (67-100% of time) exerting over 50 pounds of force (lifting, pulling, pushing, torquing), standing, walking, climbing, bending, squatting, kneeling, reaching, carrying, repetitive motions.
- Working outside 67-100% of time in temperature extremes and noisy environment
- The willingness & ability to work in all weather conditions
Other Requirements (such as Travel, Location)
- Must be at least 18 years of age; legally authorized to work in the United States; and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., TN, H1B status), now or in the future.
- Must be able to fluently speak, write, and read English
Legal Disclaimer:
If you are selected for a position in the United States, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and alcohol screening/medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.
INEOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.
Our culture is one of honesty and integrity with an emphasis on safety, health and environmental performance. On our team, people are acknowledged for embracing new practices that help create real value for customers.