Process Specialist (Rock Springs, WY)

Summary

Incumbents in this position will serve as an active contributor to cross-site and/or cross-functional assignments and initiatives, support assignments, and initiatives. The successful candidate will assist the process area team(s) in improving Simplot’s unique plant operations process systems design and maintenance troubleshooting. Provide technical support to the plant operations group. Work with stakeholders and business unit managers through planning day-to-day operations, and ensure safe and timely execution of projects

The incumbent is also expected to provide leadership in process, organizational, and personnel improvement efforts. They will also perform at a high level in positively relating to others and positively representing to others the views of their leadership. Help ensure all processes are designed and operated in a safe, environmentally sound, and efficient manner in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

We will be hiring three separate Process Specialists (Ammonia, Phos Acid and Sulfuric/Granulation).  Your application will be looked at for all positions you qualify for.

Key Responsibilities

• Strengthen and improve safety in the workplace through compliance with regulations, policies, procedures, required inspections, and training.
• Participate in and support the CARE about safety program. Encourage others to participate through your support of the program and influence as a leader.
• Ensure environmental compliance through knowledge of requirements, providing clear expectations and guidance, and maintaining a high level of accountability.
• Maintain good lines of communication among departments, crews, and other supervisors.
• Set good housekeeping expectations and maintain standards.
• Effectively encourage new and innovative ways of thinking.
• Work collaboratively with Facility Operations, Maintenance, EH&S, Engineering, and Reliability Teams.
• Participate in and provide operational input on equipment layout and access for maintenance and operational purposes.
• Participate in and provide feedback on operational risk assessments and process hazard analysis from an operational point of view.
• Includes review of plant PFDs, P&IDs, equipment layout drawings, etc.
• Work with Process Engineering to develop process KPIs, operational targets and tracking tools to ensure equipment operates as designed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist in training supervisors on how to be successful in their leadership role, not necessarily technical knowledge.
• Act as Primary Backup for the Area Manager they report to.
• Handle MOCs, PIRs, and their area’s piece of the production report once it is in a format to allow for it.
• Perform turnaround planning and execution work.
• Provide relief coverage for other supervisors as necessary.

Typical Education

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from 4-year college/university preferred.
• Equivalent experience in Phosphate Operations will be considered.

Relevant Experience

• Experience in Phosphate operations.
• Strong understanding of area process and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Strong motivational, organizational, interpersonal and communication skills are a must.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and understand the interrelations within an industrial facility.
• JDE experience preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively across all departments.
• Process improvement skills and the ability to teach and coach others preferred.
• Experience in the successful planning and execution of complex projects, programs, and/or initiatives.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.