Process Technician

INVISTA
life insurance, parental leave
United States, Texas, Houston
Apr 30, 2025
INVISTA Houston Chemical Plant is seeking entrepreneurial, innovative leaders to join the team as a Process Technician. Our Team Our Houston Chemical Plant is a major producer of propylene with operations in the vicinity of the Houston Ship Channel. The company owns and operates the first propane dehydrogenation facility in the US, and its plant is among the largest of its kind in the world. The facility employs about 100 people. What You Will Do Supporting plant operations by performing outside operational duties Performing duties as described per the standardized round sheet and routine duties as defined in Unit Training Guides Performing operational duties as required to optimize unit performance including timely process adjustments, sampling, process monitoring, etc. as needed by the Shift Supervisor Understanding and executing the Maintenance Workflow Process including work request entry, equipment preparation, work permitting, and assisting the Production team in the development of the Unit Work Schedule Identifying, addressing, and capturing opportunities for reliability improvement, cost, and waste reduction as per appropriate business processes Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) 2+ years of previous industry experience OR an Associate's degree in either Process Technology or Instrumentation High school diploma or equivalent Valid driver's license Required to serve on the Emergency Response Team for Fire and Rescue (ERT) Required to work a 12-hour rotating shift (Du Pont schedule) This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship What Will Put You Ahead Previous Board Operator experience Electrical / Instrumentation experience in a refining or petrochemical facility Maintenance mechanic experiencein a refining or petrochemical facility Served as a member of the emergency response team Experience utilizing a variety of technology Physical Requirement Work a rotating 12-hour shift. The work schedule is subject to change with notification, depending on business needs. Additionally, must be available to work scheduled (Planned) or unscheduled (unplanned/short-notice hours on nights and/or weekends, holidays as needed), to meet business needs. Climb heights exceeding 300 feet Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally and 30 lbs. frequently Work in confined spaces with supplied breathing air and congested areas (self-contained breathing Apparatus) Work in hot, cold, and inclement climate conditions Work in areas that may require the use of a fully encapsulated acid suit Participate in Fire and Rescue Emergency Response teams This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship. This role is subject to a pre-hire physical abilities test. At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy. Hiring Philosophy All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here. Who We Are As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, airbags, food packaging, and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life's essential products to market. At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company. Our Benefits Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter. Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results. Equal Opportunities Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.