Top 11 Chemical operator Jobs in Decatur Al

Operations Technician
Indorama Ventures Xylene & PTA LLC —Decatur, AL
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
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OCI Alabama LLC —Decatur, AL
- Rotating shift
- Computer literacy
- Ability to climb stairs
- High school diploma or GED
Plant Operator
Airgas —Decatur, AL
- Full-time
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
- Paid jury duty
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Chemical Operator I
BASF Environmental Catalysts and Metal Solutions —Huntsville, AL
- From $24.15 an hour
- Night shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Math
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Process Tech
Hawkins Inc —Courtland, AL
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Forklift
- Microsoft Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid holidays
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Water Treatment Plant Operator I (3597)
Huntsville Utilities —Huntsville, AL
- $28.21 - $35.66 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
LD Tank Hook-up Operator
BASF Environmental Catalysts and Metal Solutions —Huntsville, AL
- From $22.28 an hour
- Email
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Cleaning
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Resin Operator
Polyplex USA LLC —Decatur, AL
- $20.50 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Water Treatment Plant Operator Grade IV
Limestone County Water and Sewer Authority —Athens, AL
- $30 - $40 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Process Technician II - Night Shift (2026-007-102)
Gannet BioChem —Huntsville, AL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Bachelor of Science
- Pass drug screening
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Operations Technician

Indorama Ventures Xylene & PTA LLC
Decatur, AL

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Job Details

Full-time
3 days ago

Qualifications

Computer operation
Safety data sheets (SDS)
Computer literacy
Basic math
Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
High school diploma or GED
Computer skills

Full Job Description

Join Indorama Ventures Xylenes & PTA (IVXP), a world-class leader in chemical production, as an experienced Chemical Operator. We are looking for individuals who enjoy working in a safe, challenging, and fast-paced environment where they can leverage strong troubleshooting skills, mechanical aptitude, and digital technology tools to drive operational excellence. Position works 12 hour rotating shifts with overtime to support 24/7 year round operations.

Education/Experience/Certifications Required:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Two year technical degree from an accredited institution or 3 years of industrial experience with preference in chemical/refining experience
Work Key Certification; Workplace Documents (4), Graphic Literacy (4), Applied Math (4) and Applied Technology (4)
Effective oral and written communication skills
Effective interpersonal skills
Basic PC skills
Basic math skills
Ability to interpret and use SDSs, P&IDs and PFDs

Roles & Responsibilities

1. Operates Process Equipment.

a. Starts up and shuts down equipment

b. Monitors and makes adjustments to equipment

(Pumps, vessels, furnaces, steam stations, compressors, filters, centrifuges, exchangers, distillation towers, valves, etc.

c. Clears plugged process lines

d. Resets analyzers

e. Anticipates and responds to equipment failures

f. Monitors seal fluids, replenish seal pots

g. Performs area walkthroughs – operating rounds

h. Monitors and reports oil usage

i. Uses DCS Board readings and observation (sounds, inspections) to troubleshoot equipment

j. Capability to understand equipment, process flows and pressures to enable effective troubleshooting.

k. Confirms transfer line-ups

2. Performs maintenance and reliability activities.

a. Prepares equipment for maintenance work

b. Competent in Control of Work (COW) process (test equipment, permitting, (Lockout Tagout) LOTO, blind list for installation and removal

c. Performs minor maintenance

d. Replenish lubricants

e. Monitors unit for leaks or evidence of leaks and report in database

f. Dispose of process waste per environmental regulations

g. Participated in reliability projects

h. Support unit mini-outages and turnarounds when scheduled.

i. Performs daily equipment checks to determine maintenance needs, advises Foreman/Maintenance Coordinator

3. Assumes responsibility for related duties as required or assigned.

a. Maintains a clean and well organized work area (housekeeping)

b. Attends meetings as required

c. Attends training as required and drills on operating scenarios and emergencies

d. Complies with all HSSE programs (safety, environmental, PSM), policies and procedures

e. Performs special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned

4. Assures product quality

a. Identifies and reports process and product nonconformance per ISO9001 procedures.

b. Monitor silos and assures correct product transfers

c. Identifies and monitors process controls affecting quality

d. Submits reports as scheduled (daily, EOM, etc.)

5. Monitors and adjusts plant processes

a. Responsible for full procedure compliance, including documentation and signoff of appropriate job tasks accurately and transparently as outlined in PSM060.

b. Traces process lines

c. Collects and analyzes process samples, adjusts additives accordingly, adjust process per lab results

d. DCS Board is responsible for continuously monitoring process using trends/DCS graphic

e. Alarm response - DCS Board is responsible for monitoring DCS Alarm Summary and works with Field Operator who is responsible for aiding Board Operator in verification of abnormal situations.

f. Aligns valves for normal, by-pass and shutdown operations

g. Responds to unit emergencies

h. Identifies and reports any emerging risks

i. Coordinates interplant material transfers

j. Assists Foreman and Engineers to meet process targets

k. Unloads raw materials, records and reports inventory

l. Troubleshoots process and equipment; identify root causes

m. Monitors and reports in plant data systems (i.e. leak database, PDR, Title V, Material Receiving, LOTO, SORA, Documentum, I-Process – rounds, etc.).

n. Assists engineers with designs, field walk-downs, installation inspections, etc.; suggests improvements

Potential candidates will meet the education and experience requirements provided on the above job description and excel in completing the listed responsibilities for this role. All candidates receiving an offer of employment must successfully complete a background check and any other tests that may be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Indorama Ventures Xylenes & PTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the policy of the company to recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a driving force in the success of our company.

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