Process Technician

Roles and responsibilities

Location: Fujairah

Experience:3 to 5 Years

Job responsibility

• Knowledge of field include (Stacker/Reclaimer, RP, Ball Mills, Coal Mill Kiln, Decolorizer etc.)
• Sound in trouble shooting and failure analysis.
• Basic knowledge of equipment’s interlocks.
• Basic knowledge of operation of local panels.
• Must be aware of safety work permits and onsite job hazards.
• Good communication skills with all stake holders including Shift manager, CCR & Services department
• Responsible for plant/ equipment’s housekeeping and arresting material & air leakages.
• Ability to supervise/ work in kiln & mills shutdown activities. Ability to fill plant checklist.

• 1. Process Knowledge

• Understanding of Manufacturing Processes: In-depth knowledge of the processes used in the specific industry, such as chemical, food, pharmaceutical, oil & gas, or semiconductor manufacturing.
• Process Optimization: Ability to identify areas for improvement in production processes and recommend or implement changes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, or improve quality.
• Process Monitoring: Skill in continuously monitoring processes and production parameters, ensuring that they are running according to specifications and identifying deviations.
• Control Systems: Knowledge of control systems like SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers), and DCS (Distributed Control Systems) to monitor and control production.

• 2. Technical and Mechanical Skills

• Equipment Operation: Ability to operate and maintain complex machinery and equipment used in manufacturing, ensuring they function efficiently and safely.
• Troubleshooting: Skill in identifying, diagnosing, and resolving mechanical, electrical, or process-related issues that may arise during production.
• Preventive Maintenance: Experience with routine preventive maintenance on machines and equipment to reduce downtime and avoid costly repairs.
• Instrumentation: Knowledge of instrumentation systems, such as pressure, temperature, flow, and level sensors, to measure and control process parameters.
• Calibration: Experience in calibrating instruments and ensuring that readings are accurate and within acceptable limits.

• 3. Quality Control and Assurance

• Inspection and Testing: Ability to perform regular inspections and testing of materials, products, or processes to ensure they meet industry standards and specifications.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Familiarity with writing, reviewing, and following SOPs to ensure that processes are conducted consistently and safely.
• Compliance: Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA, GMP, FDA) and ensuring that the process adheres to these guidelines.
• Troubleshooting Quality Issues: Ability to identify root causes of product defects or process issues and work with the team to resolve them quickly to maintain quality standards.

• 4. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze process data (e.g., from sensors, control systems, production logs) to identify trends, diagnose issues, and improve processes.
• Root Cause Analysis: Proficiency in identifying the root cause of problems and developing solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Critical Thinking: Applying logical reasoning to solve complex process-related issues and optimize production.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC): Knowledge of statistical methods used to monitor and control processes to ensure consistent product quality.

• 5. Safety and Compliance Awareness

• Health and Safety Regulations: Strong understanding of workplace safety standards, including knowledge of OSHA regulations or industry-specific safety practices.
• Risk Assessment: Ability to assess potential risks in the process, including hazards from chemicals, machinery, and electrical systems, and implement appropriate control measures.
• Emergency Procedures: Knowledge of emergency procedures and the ability to respond appropriately in case of accidents, equipment failure, or environmental hazards.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Familiarity with the appropriate use of PPE to ensure worker safety in potentially hazardous environments.

• 6. Automation and Control Systems

• PLC Programming: Experience with programming and configuring PLC systems, including the ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled processes.
• SCADA Systems: Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting SCADA systems used for remote monitoring and control of industrial processes.
• Industrial Automation: Knowledge of automation technologies used in manufacturing and the ability to work with automated systems to optimize production.
• Sensors and Actuators: Understanding how sensors and actuators function within automated processes to control production and manage quality.

Desired candidate profile

1. Process Knowledge

• Understanding of Manufacturing Processes: In-depth knowledge of the processes used in the specific industry, such as chemical, food, pharmaceutical, oil & gas, or semiconductor manufacturing.
• Process Optimization: Ability to identify areas for improvement in production processes and recommend or implement changes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, or improve quality.
• Process Monitoring: Skill in continuously monitoring processes and production parameters, ensuring that they are running according to specifications and identifying deviations.
• Control Systems: Knowledge of control systems like SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition), PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers), and DCS (Distributed Control Systems) to monitor and control production.

2. Technical and Mechanical Skills

• Equipment Operation: Ability to operate and maintain complex machinery and equipment used in manufacturing, ensuring they function efficiently and safely.
• Troubleshooting: Skill in identifying, diagnosing, and resolving mechanical, electrical, or process-related issues that may arise during production.
• Preventive Maintenance: Experience with routine preventive maintenance on machines and equipment to reduce downtime and avoid costly repairs.
• Instrumentation: Knowledge of instrumentation systems, such as pressure, temperature, flow, and level sensors, to measure and control process parameters.
• Calibration: Experience in calibrating instruments and ensuring that readings are accurate and within acceptable limits.

3. Quality Control and Assurance

• Inspection and Testing: Ability to perform regular inspections and testing of materials, products, or processes to ensure they meet industry standards and specifications.
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Familiarity with writing, reviewing, and following SOPs to ensure that processes are conducted consistently and safely.
• Compliance: Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., ISO, OSHA, GMP, FDA) and ensuring that the process adheres to these guidelines.
• Troubleshooting Quality Issues: Ability to identify root causes of product defects or process issues and work with the team to resolve them quickly to maintain quality standards.

4. Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

• Data Analysis: Ability to analyze process data (e.g., from sensors, control systems, production logs) to identify trends, diagnose issues, and improve processes.
• Root Cause Analysis: Proficiency in identifying the root cause of problems and developing solutions to prevent recurrence.
• Critical Thinking: Applying logical reasoning to solve complex process-related issues and optimize production.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC): Knowledge of statistical methods used to monitor and control processes to ensure consistent product quality.

5. Safety and Compliance Awareness

• Health and Safety Regulations: Strong understanding of workplace safety standards, including knowledge of OSHA regulations or industry-specific safety practices.
• Risk Assessment: Ability to assess potential risks in the process, including hazards from chemicals, machinery, and electrical systems, and implement appropriate control measures.
• Emergency Procedures: Knowledge of emergency procedures and the ability to respond appropriately in case of accidents, equipment failure, or environmental hazards.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Familiarity with the appropriate use of PPE to ensure worker safety in potentially hazardous environments.

6. Automation and Control Systems

• PLC Programming: Experience with programming and configuring PLC systems, including the ability to troubleshoot PLC-controlled processes.
• SCADA Systems: Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting SCADA systems used for remote monitoring and control of industrial processes.
• Industrial Automation: Knowledge of automation technologies used in manufacturing and the ability to work with automated systems to optimize production.
• Sensors and Actuators: Understanding how sensors and actuators function within automated processes to control production and manage quality.