Process Control Technician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Seadrift, TX (Job ID US3548361_BH9773075)

Description

Kelly Engineering is currently seeking an experienced Process Control Technician in the Seadrift, Texas area! The Process Control Tech supports activities relating to the support of process automation systems and provides preventative maintenance and 7x24 troubleshooting support for installed base systems., as well as minimizes plant downtime caused by process automation system failures, while providing services that are cost effective and sustainable. The Process Control Tech will have an overall knowledge of all current hardware, operating system software, networking systems and system software. The role requires advanced skills and expertise in a range of processes, procedures, and systems, and/or specialized technical expertise within an analytical/scientific method or operational process to perform a broad range of complex work assignments. The Process Control Tech may act as a working team lead, providing subject matter guidance and coordinating work of others.

Responsibilities / Duties:

• Provides care and troubleshooting of the process automation systems, and their associated networks and interfaces.
• Provides corrective support in response to a system error condition or failure as the first point of escalation from the plant.
• Performs predictive and preventative maintenance (PPM) and health checks on systems.
• Participates in software and hardware upgrades.
• Understands and follows all identified Dow Process Automation work processes, such as Problem Resolution and Request Management, S&OP Case entry, Engineering and Maintenance Asset database updates.
• Completes small project work including system installation, configuration, design and development.
• Tracks and redeploys assets.
• Provides training and knowledge transfer to plant system focal points, as well as other site support resources.
• Interfaces with others in the Plant who support process control on troubleshooting and upgrades.
• Monitors system diagnostics aligned with plan process control staff.
• Participates in risk assessment when activities to the system are required.
• Escalates issues to additional support resources and follow-ups, as necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of a High School Diploma/GED is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of process control, manufacturing or other related experience.
• A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of an associate degree or three years or more of relevant military training/experience.
• Able to meet the following physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations:
• Lift, push, and pull up to 55 lbs.
• Work at heights, climbs stairs and ladders
• Wear all required personal protective equipment, such as earplugs, goggles, and steel-toed shoes
• Work in an area of intense or continuous noise
• Work in an area with hazardous materials
• Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time
• This role does involve elevated work greater than or equal to four feet above the ground
• Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses with a total weight capacity of 300lbs.

Your Skills:

• Self-Motivation: Self-Motivation is the internal state that helps initiate, continue, or terminate a behavior, driving individuals to do things and work toward their goals, put effort into self-development, and achieve personal fulfillment.
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC): A programmable logic controller (PLC) or programmable controller is an industrial digital computer that has been ruggedized and adapted for the control of manufacturing processes, such as assembly lines, robotic devices, or any activity that requires high reliability, ease of programming, and process fault diagnosis.
• Troubleshooting: Ability to work through a systematic approach that is data driven to identify potential root causes and resolve problems efficiently.  Troubleshooting equipment and quality issues.
• Diagnostic Methods: Diagnostic Methods refer to the techniques and procedures used to identify the nature and cause of a problem or condition.
• Distributed Control System (DCS): A distributed control system (DCS) is a computerized control system for a process or plant usually with many control loops, in which autonomous controllers are distributed throughout the system, but there is no central operator supervisory control. This is in contrast to systems that use centralized controllers; either discrete controllers located at a central control room or within a central computer. The DCS concept increases reliability and reduces installation costs by localizing control functions near the process plant, with remote monitoring and supervision.
• Data Analysis: Data analysis is a process of inspecting, cleansing, transforming, and modelling data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions, and supporting decision-making.
• Proactive Problem Solving: Proactive Problem Solving is a strategy that focuses on preventing issues before they arise by targeting the root causes of potential problems and planning preventive measures well in advance.
• Control Systems Programming:  Control Systems Programming involves designing and implementing software to manage and automate the behavior of control systems. These systems are used to regulate and control the operation of machinery, processes, and devices

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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