New

Process Operator

INVISTA
life insurance, parental leave
United States, Texas, Orange
Sep 19, 2025
Our INVISTA Orange, TX facility is seeking entrepreneurial, innovative individuals to join our team as a Process Operator. Our Team Process Operators are responsible for operating equipment to safely produce chemical products according to specified operating procedures while maintaining environmental compliance and reporting standards. Process Operators will also be expected to own and execute different levels of maintenance to the area equipment to ensure reliability. Process Operators are assigned to production units and may be required to move from one production unit to another. What You Will Do Complete all required field qualifications within the specified timeline. Operate process equipment in accordance with established procedures, production plans, and safety guidelines. Ensure adherence to environmental standards and fulfill reporting requirements. Participate in proactive safety initiatives, including emergency drills and incident analysis, to prevent accidents and environmental incidents. Conduct routine inspections to identify and address any abnormalities or necessary adjustments. Apply an operational excellence mindset to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Pursue and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the unit to maintain competitiveness. Value and practice teamwork by seeking and sharing knowledge to create additional value. Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) Associate's degree in Process Technology with 7+ years' experience as an Operator in a refinery or chemical plant Proficient in using SAP Skilled in advanced process troubleshooting This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship What Will Put You Ahead Previous experience in HMD (Hexamethylenedamine) Actively served on an emergency response team Demonstrated capability in leading and participating in root cause analysis (RCA) activities Physical Requirements Must be capable of meeting all physical demands as determined by a Physical Abilities Test, including lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolds, wearing all necessary PPE, and working in varied climates and conditions Due to the nature of field operations, candidates must be medically fit to wear a full-face respirator and maintain a clean-shaven face Perform basic mechanical tasks as required, such as pulling and installing valves and assembling flanges This position requires working a 12-hour rotating shift schedule with mandatory overtime to ensure 24/7 staffing coverage 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. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).