Power Plant Operator

Org Unit:

Cogen

Location:

Selkirk, NY

Starting Salary:

$29.38 hr.+ 18% Shift Differential

Chemistry that Matters™

A career at SABIC provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting positive impact to the world and yourself. From excellent health and well-being benefits to our comprehensive learning programs. We offer a wide range of benefits and offerings that recognize that our people have unique motivations and ambitions. It’s all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. Let’s explore what matters!

As one of the world’s largest diversified chemical companies, we activate the power of human capital to address society’s future challenges. Through partnerships, we enable life-saving medical innovations and help fight world hunger. We are driving the circular economy for the benefit of communities and our planet through sustainability initiatives, such as our TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio. Our success is built upon the collective excellence of our 32,000 employees in 50+ countries. Our values – Inspire, Engage, Create, and Deliver – are the foundation of our success. To learn more about these and how we strive to Be the Impact, click here.

Our purpose is "Chemistry that Matters". This is what drives us to do what we do. "Chemistry" goes beyond applying science and technology to enhance the supply of essential materials to the world. It is how we work, to build long-lasting relationships of trust. “What Matters” is making a meaningful impact for the world – through the customers and communities we collaborate with, so that we succeed and grow together.

It is all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. We are mindful about the importance of the team we are building and how our team members impact to our culture. We believe that good ideas come from anywhere, being inclusive to diverse perspectives is stimulating, encourages innovation and is critical to our mission. Let us explore this together!

For an overview of our work culture and benefits, click here.

Job Summary

Responsible for the safe and environmentally compliant industrial manufacturing operation of all equipment, control systems, associated auxiliaries and environmental compliance in an assigned manufacturing operation; which may include chemical operations, and/or utilities. Must have the ability and willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, holidays, and to work a reasonable level of scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

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How You Can Be the Impact

• Conducting various physical activities and mental reasoning in the manufacturing of plastic resin and pellet products.
• Manipulation of controls (operating a computer-controlled system while observing production processes); and observing, correcting, and recording instrument readings
• Performing analytical testing and/or use of laboratory instruments relating to temperature, pressure, volume, and/or weight
• Lifting materials, connecting line/tank hook-ups; conducting area housekeeping, collecting samples, operating a forklift, and cleaning equipment are also regularly occurring duties.
• Operators are also responsible to follow applicable work processes, communicate effectively to other teams and team members, and complete the job specific training certification.

What Matters to SABIC

• High School Diploma, High School Job Readiness Certification, or equivalent educational diploma
• Two years of consistent work experience (Manufacturing a plus) or Associates degree or technical degree
• Must be able to perform the essential physical requirements of the position
• Must have the ability and willingness to work continuous rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and to work a reasonable level of scheduled and unscheduled overtime.

Competencies

• High safety and environmental awareness
• Work well within an inclusive team environment
• Ability to communicate with team and other individuals
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and professionalism
• Takes initiative and demonstrates the desire to learn and develop
• Intermediate level skills in problem solving, trouble shooting, and analytical thinking

Eligibility Requirements

• You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the “Apply Now/Apply” option on this page.
• You must be 18 years or older
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work for SABIC in the United States on a full-time basis.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work a 24x7 continuous rotating shift schedule during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.