Operator at Westlake

Calvert City, Kentucky, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Chemical ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

4 year College Degree

Responsibilities

Operates the chlorine cells, caustic evaporation, demineralized water system and hydrochloric acid (HCl) synthesis
Maintains maximum plant feed rate (cellroom KA load) as allowed by process conditions
Operates equipment in the brine facilities for the removal of impurities and metals
Provides 180# steam for the plant steam system and air for instrument air dryers, dilution air dryers and plant air system
Operates the chlorine and hydrogen drying, compression and liquification process
Operates 20% caustic dilution system responsible for making transfers to supply other plant locations
Responsible for cooling tower and fire water diesel pumps
Operates and monitors the neutralization tower
Responsible for salt handling equipment for the purpose of brine saturation
Operates brine sludge handling equipment, placing contents in DOT approved containers and labeling appropriately
Performs routine process sampling, data collection and recording as scheduled and responds to correct observed abnormalities
Maintains housekeeping in Unit and cleans up after job tasks and properly disposes of waste materials. Tools and equipment are returned to normal storage
Completes other routine or assigned duties as necessary to meet Chlor-Alkali department and Westlake CA&O production goals in a safe, environmentally sound, and cost effective manner

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Chlor-AlkaliChlorine CellsCaustic EvaporationDemineralized WaterHCl SynthesisBrine TreatmentSalt HandlingProcess SamplingEquipment OperationSteam SystemsCooling Towers

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the minimum education required for this Operator position?

A 4 year College Degree is required.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time employment opportunity.

What does the company culture at Westlake feel like?

Westlake offers an entrepreneurial environment where employees work together to enhance peoples' lives through products and community presence.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

How should I apply for this Operator role at Westlake?

Active Westlake employees or employees of affiliates should apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday, while external applicants can apply through the standard process. Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer considering all qualified applicants.