Location
Texas City, TX | United States
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Job Description and Qualifications
At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what’s possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world’s most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse, and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.
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Roles and Responsibilities:
We are seeking an Ammonia Supervisor for the Gulf Coast Ammonia facility in Texas City, TX.
Reporting to the Ammonia Superintendent, the Ammonia Supervisor will have broad responsibilities in supporting the site as part of the local Leadership Team in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the Texas City, GCA team and equipment. The individual will be responsible to lead a team of 12-13 Plant Operators and Shift Team Leads in operating and maintaining a 3600 metric ton per day ammonia synthesis plant and associated product pipeline. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to gain technical proficiency to provide backup for the other unit supervisors within the facility.
The facility assets include Air Products largest Steam Methane Reformer at 175MMSCFD H2, a 100,000 Nm3/Hr Nitrogen Air Separation Unit, a 3600 T/D Ammonia Plant and Ammonia Pipelines, 63 MW of Steam Turbine Power Generation and large Utility System. The facility has connections to the Air Products Gulf Coast Pipeline system for Hydrogen and external parties for Natural Gas, Water and Power. The 3600 T/D Ammonia Plant is owned by a 3rd party, Gulf Coast Ammonia, with separate Environmental Permits, but is operated by Air Products as part of the integrated operation of the overall facility.
Job Duties: - Supervise regular scheduled activities & special projects, and act to remedy any difficulties.
- Support of all aspects of the day-to-day operation, including supervising operators
- Leading the investigation of unexpected plant events to resolve root cause and implement corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence of issues.
- Assuring adherence to AP Operating procedures and Global Safety Standards
- Ensuring sites compliance with Preventative Maintenance tasks, Compliance Management tasks, Red Border action items, etc.
- Ensure smooth running of the operation activities as it relates to managing staff, equipment, contractors, etc.
- Ensure that every employee participate in the Air Products BSP (Basic Safety Program).
- Achieving environmental compliance targets.
- Provide support to the West Gulf Coast Pipeline Team in managing the ammonia pipeline.
- Assist in developing and maintaining plant budget.
- Work with HYCO PROS (Project Resources & Outage Services) group for Projects and Turnaround Planning.
- Approve and ensure weekly pay data is accurately entered into SAP for processing.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA PSM regulations and provide mandatory training according to Air Products procedures & policies.
- Serve as Emergency Coordinator for incidents that may arise during operation of the facility.
- Implement Best Practices designed to produce optimal safety and reliability of operating assets.
Education Requirements: - 5 years minimum of Plant Operator experience in the petrochemical field required.
- Experience working in an ammonia or methanol plant preferred.
- B.S. degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
Required Skills / Abilities: - Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across broad range of operational, technical, and commercial areas.
- Experience in the safe operation of a large-scale ammonia synthesis plant is desired.
- Experience with Emergency Management as an Incident Commander is desired.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and diverse team setting.
- Self-motivated and well organized with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Desire to make a measurable positive impact to plant performance and AP’s profitability.
- Demonstrated commitment to EH&S with a track record of success on Safety, Environmental protection, Quality, and regulatory compliance.
- A strong commitment to employee involvement, team building and diversity/inclusion.
- Ability to effectively interface with support groups; ability to promote respect and teamwork in the workplace.
- Experience interfacing with on-site customers in an industrial setting is desired.
- Demonstrated knowledge in managing O&M contracts is desired.
- Computer literacy, MS Office platform proficiency.
- Must be willing and able to provide support on a 24/7 basis via phone call, instant messaging, video conference, or, if needed, physical presence at facility.
Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plans/401(k), and sick time. You will be eligible for benefits and be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.
We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.
At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products .
Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans bring to the table. As a veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.
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