Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.
Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas.
Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid.
We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities.
Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.
I. POSITION OBJECTIVE The purpose of the Instrument Technician is to ensures the efficient operation of process instrumentation / ASRS Automation Equipment.
II. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY • Troubleshoot and repair all conventional instrumentation including DCS, Analyzers and ASRS Automation Equipment. • Perform daily paperwork as required. • Complete daily route check of assigned area. • Calibration of all conventional instrumentation, Analyzers & DCS. • Adhere to all company policies and procedures including but not limited to, ISO, personnel, quality, environmental, health, safety, regulatory and company requirements. • Comply with NTG (Nothing Touching the Ground) requirements. Including daily audits. • Be active in Operation Clean Sweep, and ensure employees are aware of and accountable for pellet loss prevention, containment, cleanup and disposal. • Work outside normal shift hours as needed, including on call duty as assigned. • Maintain regular and reliable attendance. • Perform other duties as assigned.
III. QUALIFICATIONS • Education ◦ High School diploma or equivalent with or Two (2) years’ experience (PLC, Analyzer & DCS experience preferred) ◦ Associate degree in Instrumentation or Electronics (PLC, Analyzer & DCS experience preferred) • Previous Related Experience Required ◦ 2 years of experience (PLC, Analyzer & DCS experience preferred) and a high school diploma or equivalent; Or Associate degree in Instrumentation or Electronics or related fields. • Technical Skills Required to Perform This Job ◦ Problem-solving mindset ◦ Safety Certification or safety classes a plus but not required. ◦ Troubleshooting the ability to diagnose and resolve issues efficiently ◦ Preventive maintenance knowledge ◦ Good communication skills ◦ Accountability and reliability ◦ Self-motivated, curious and eager to learn ◦ Complete Daily Route Check of assigned areas
Check Out Our Benefits Health Coverage and Perks
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Group Term Life, Dependent and Supplemental Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement Work/Life Balance
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off for a balanced life (Vacation, Sick and Personal Time)
FlexTime Available
Competitive Compensation
Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match, Cash Balance, Pension Plan
