Work Prep Technician
Make a difference
Do you like helping people? Do you like to make people smile? Are you passionate about putting people in a better place? Then you may have what it takes to join our amazing team?
Where you fit in
The Work Prep Technician facilitates the availability of materials required to efficiently execute field maintenance activities. Success in this role will enable field supervision to increase field presence to monitor safety, productivity, quality of work and support schedule attainment. Additionally, this role will address materials not utilized during execution by determining the proper routing. Interface between routine maintenance execution, scheduling and plant operations to enable alignment of objectives and adequate preparation to allow safe, effective, and efficient maintenance execution for reliable assets.
The WPT will monitor the daily and weekly schedules, manage materials procured and reserved to ensure cost-effective execution of maintenance activities through the AMS-ME process.
Work Prep Technician expectations include:
Monitor daily and weekly Routine Maintenance schedules and confirm materials procured are correct and available to execute the tasks
Focal Point for material resolution needs that may arise during execution
Focal Point for Maintenance Supply Chain issues with long lead times
Responsible for entering requisitions for materials
Responsible for ensuring Purchase Order generation from requisitions
Direct interface between Vendors and Buyers
Run weekly material reports to advise timing of material delivery for scheduling accuracy
Ensure scheduled work activities ready for execution by validating materials, using system checks to verify equipment as well as communicating with other groups, i.e. production, central maintenance, deliveries, etc.
Works to update BOM (Bill of Materials) from deficiencies identified during execution with the correct Technical Authority
Responsible for packaging materials for 1st start jobs daily
Tracks and manages material surplus from completed jobs while providing feedback to planning to help reduce waste and cost
Drive a strong safety culture/mindset for all maintenance personnel on the team and accountable for safety performance/adherence to Shell’s safety policies and lifesaving rules
Accountabilities:
Ensuring compliance to HSSE training competencies and safety meeting attendance
Spending time in the field interfacing with other teams to reinforce safe working habits and job site hazard identification.
Accountable for timely resolution of Emergency and Schedule Breaker materials required
What we need from you
Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must have a strong Procurement background
Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in Refining/Petrochemical Industry
Strong GSAP skills
Strong PC skills including but not exclusive to Microsoft Products, Primavera P6, PowerBI and PowerApps
Drive and passion for continuous improvement and innovation
Demonstrate Leadership and decision-making skills
Ability to identify improvements opportunities of materials management and can effectively pull groups together and coordinate action plans to drive resolution
Strength with data analysis and problem solving
Strong IT and digital technology skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills as this role interfaces regularly with many stakeholders
Can manage evolving priorities and deliver on multiple commitments in a timely manner.
Self-motivated and driven with ability to motivate team to deliver exceptional results
The base salary range for this position is $84,000 - $126,000 per year. Individual pay will be based on various factors, such as relevant work experience, education, certifications, skill level, seniority, and internal equity.
For regular full-time or regular part-time employees of the Company (participating companies as listed in the Summary Plan Description), insurance coverage options include medical, dental, vision coverage, life Insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs. Employees also participate in a company pension plan and a 401(k) plan. Paid leave includes up to 6 weeks of paid vacation time, up to 11 paid holidays, and parental leave offering 16 weeks of paid leave to birthing mothers, and 8 weeks of paid leave for non-birthing parents.
Additionally, employees are eligible for disability leave for up to 52 weeks at 100% or 50% of base pay. Shell also offers other compensation such financial reimbursement for adoption, wellness, education, and personal learning expenses, and some roles are eligible for discretionary long-term incentives. For interns, eligible benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, Business Travel Accident Insurance, and Occupational Accidental Death Benefit programs; participation in a 401(k) plan; and paid leave for up to 11 paid holidays. Additional information on Shell’s US benefit programs can be found at https://www.shell.us/careers/about-careers-at-shell/rewards-and-benefits.html
Company description
Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible. We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.
As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork, and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.
Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.
An innovative place to work
There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, while managing the risks of climate change.
Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.
An inclusive place to work
To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential…
We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply and we’ll take it from there.
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you in finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.
A rewarding place to work
Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.
Disclaimer
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Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.