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Ineos Pigments

Chemical Process Operator

Ashtabula, OH · On-site

Chemical Process Operator ID: 62095 Location: Ashtabula, Ohio Department: Operations Campaign Date ... in employee development and offer a wide range of career opportunities, offering everyone the ...

Promerus, LLC

Chemical Process Technician

Akron, OH · On-site

$52K - $59K/yr

Ongoing development and commercial activities with multiple Fortune 500 companies in the micro-electronics and semi-conductor industries is the primary business focus. Summary The Chemical Process ...

Promerus, LLC

Chemical Process Technician

Akron, OH · On-site

$52K - $59K/yr

Ongoing development and commercial activities with multiple Fortune 500 companies in the micro-electronics and semi-conductor industries is the primary business focus. Summary The Chemical Process ...

Alleima

Chemical Process Engineer

Palm Coast, FL · On-site

Your Role As a Chemical Process Engineer at Alleima, you will be responsible for optimizing and ... Your ability to interact with members of R&D, operations, marketing, sales, finance, and quality is ...

Alleima

Chemical Process Engineer

Palm Coast, FL · On-site

Your Role As a Chemical Process Engineer at Alleima, you willbe responsible foroptimizingand ... Your ability to interact with members of R&D, operations, marketing, sales, finance, and quality is ...

Huntsman

Chemical Process Engineer

Ashtabula, OH · On-site

: Chemical Process Engineer Huntsman is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer supporting the Advanced ... Lead technical development efforts at the site level from evaluating data to generating training ...

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One frequent challenge in Chemical Process Development is scaling up reactions from the laboratory to pilot or production scale while maintaining product quality and process safety. Unexpected issues such as changes in reaction kinetics, heat transfer limitations, or material incompatibilities can arise during scale-up. These are typically addressed through close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including analytical chemists, engineers, and safety specialists—and by conducting thorough risk assessments, pilot trials, and process simulations before full-scale implementation.

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Chemical process development is the discipline focused on designing, optimizing, and scaling up chemical processes from the laboratory to industrial production. Professionals in this field work to ensure that chemical reactions and operations can be performed safely, efficiently, and economically on a large scale. They often collaborate with chemists, engineers, and production teams to troubleshoot issues, improve yields, and minimize environmental impact. The ultimate goal is to create robust processes that consistently produce high-quality products.

What is the difference between Chemical Process Development vs Chemical Process Engineer?

AspectChemical Process DevelopmentChemical Process Engineer
Primary FocusDesigning, optimizing, and scaling chemical processes for new or improved productsOperating, controlling, and improving existing chemical processes in production
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, pilot plants, development facilitiesManufacturing plants, production lines
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering or ChemistryBachelor's or Master's in Chemical Engineering or related field
Industry UsageResearch and development, process innovationProduction, process optimization, quality control

While both roles require similar educational backgrounds, Chemical Process Development focuses on creating and scaling new processes, whereas Chemical Process Engineers implement and optimize these processes in manufacturing settings. Understanding these differences helps professionals and employers align expectations and career paths effectively.

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To thrive in Chemical Process Development, you need a strong background in chemistry or chemical engineering, with expertise in reaction optimization and process scale-up, usually supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with lab automation, process simulation software (such as Aspen Plus or ChemCAD), and safety standards is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies are vital for developing efficient, scalable, and safe chemical manufacturing processes that meet quality and regulatory standards.
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Chemical Process Operator

Chemical Process Operator

Ineos Pigments

Ashtabula, OH • On-site

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Title: Chemical Process Operator ID: 62095 Location: Ashtabula, Ohio Department: Operations Campaign Date: N/A
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At INEOS Pigments, we value the contribution of our people in making us one of the largest producers of titanium dioxide in North America. Providing numerous products and services to industries around the globe, from coatings to plastics to paper and other end-uses, we invest in employee development and offer a wide range of career opportunities, offering everyone the chance to broaden their experience and build a professionally rewarding career.
 

As a Chemical Process Operator, you will work a rotating shift in our chemical manufacturing plant and will perform operating activities as part of the manufacturing team to ensure the safe and efficient production and packing of titanium dioxide pigment and associated products. The Chemical Operator is responsible for safe and proper operation of equipment in his/her area in accordance with the standard operating instructions, company policies and shift supervisor's instructions. 

This is a safety critical role.

Key activities include:

  • Adherence to all SHE policies and procedures and INEOS Pigments' 20 principles of process and Behavioral Safety and Life Saving Rules
  • Makes appropriate adjustments to meet safety, quality, and environmental requirements.  Tends equipment or semi-automatic systems that processes chemical substances into industrial intermediate and finished products.
  • Reports and/or resolves conditions affecting safety, efficiency or product quality with peers, technical or supervisory personnel. Troubleshoots equipment problems and process upsets.
  • Monitors in-process quality results for slurry production and packaging quality for dry production. Monitors maintenance activity in the area, including signing of work permits.
  • Perform Job Tasks as outlined in SOPs.
  • Perform quality-related jobs as indicated in the Quality Procedures Documents of the Unit.
  • Completes all documentation accurately
  • Reviews, comprehends and follows all company rules, policies and guidelines
  • Adhere to current Collective Bargaining Agreement. 
  • Other duties as assigned 

You will ideally have:

  • Completed High School education
  • Experience with shift work
  • The highest regard for safety processes and Personal Protective Equipment requirements
  • Demonstrated ability to work in an adaptable team environment
  • Ability to problem solve and make decisions
  • Ability to write legibly and read decimals
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Good computing skills in basic Office software plus an ability to comprehend other data presented electronically
  • Previous work in a chemical plant or similar industrial environment is a plus
  • A Chemical Operators Certificate or a recognized trade qualification is a plus

Schedule/Hours

This is a 12-hour day and night rotating shift position.

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Our Ashtabula, Ohio Complex, consisting of two plants just south of Lake Erie, is a state of the art manufacturing complex with leading technology and more than 45 years of manufacturing excellence.
INEOS Pigments offers a competitive salary with an annual bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability with the buy-up option, basic life & AD&D insurance with a buy-up option for self and dependents, 401(k) with company match.

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