Processor Intern

Sorry, this job was removed at 08:19 p.m. (CST) on Monday, Jun 02, 2025
Be an Early Applicant
Alvin, TX
In-Office
Hardware • Other • Security • Biotech
The Role

 

POSITION OVERVIEW 

Ascend Performance Materials – Chocolate Bayou (CHB) site has implemented a Processor Internship Program. The purpose of the program is to drive long-term stability in our operations workforce which supports our key focus areas.    

 

The Processor Internship is designed to develop the critical skills necessary to become a Processor at the CHB Site.  Students participating in the program will be considered as Interns only while they work through their final year towards an Associate’s Degree in Process Technology.  Even though full-time employment is not guaranteed at the end of the Internship, consideration for full-time employment will be given to those who exhibit exemplary performance during the Internship Program as well as being based on available openings. Any offers of full-time employment will be contingent on academic and job performance as well as passing all applicable pre-employment testing.   

 

Participants in the Processor Internship Program will be exposed to a safe, challenging environment in which they can attend to their own personal development while contributing to the success of Ascend Performance Materials and will constantly work under the guidance of experienced Processors. During the Processor Internship, Interns will be assigned to a specific unit. 

 

TARGETED OUTCOMES 

  • Develop the critical skills necessary to become a Processor 

  • Gain hands-on work experience in a chemical plant  

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

  • Monitoring and maintaining the day to day unit operations, coordination of daily maintenance repairs and applying tools to enhance product quality  

  • Safely operate the unit during start-ups and shutdowns, isolate and decontaminate equipment 

  • Comply with all company policies and guidelines 

  • Support the Qualified Processors on shift by making rounds, assist in taking readings, monitoring unit operations, and learn applicable ESSH procedures  

 

TEAM 

  • Reports to:  Shift Lead or Operations Supervisor 

 

Eligibility 

  • Must be at least 18 years of age  

  • Must have a High School Diploma or GED 

  • Must have a current and valid United States driver license  

  • Must be currently pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Process Technology and plan to graduate by May 2026, August 2026 or December 2026. 

 

Application Requirements:  

  • Complete application 

  • Provide college transcript  

  • Be able to pass all pre-employment screenings including physical, drug screen, background, tower climb, and interviews.  

At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.

Skills Summary:

About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways—all within a stable and growing business.

Why work at Ascend?

Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.

We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees, our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities ​​for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.

Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable, and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesn’t only apply to the marketplace – it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.

Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E, our continuous improvement program, guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. You’ll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development, skills training and mentoring programs

Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesn’t mean simply working quickly – it means critical thinking, creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.

One Ascend. All together, with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We don’t accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments, sites and geography. This means you won’t be boxed into a single role at Ascend – you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people, our customers and our communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.

Similar Jobs

Motorola Solutions Logo Motorola Solutions

UO FE Summer Internship 2026

Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Big Data Analytics
Remote or Hybrid
Texas, USA
23000 Employees

NinjaOne Logo NinjaOne

Senior Product Marketing Manager

Information Technology • Productivity • Software • Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Remote or Hybrid
17 Locations
2000 Employees
150K-180K Annually

Motorola Solutions Logo Motorola Solutions

Training Specialist

Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Big Data Analytics
Remote or Hybrid
Texas, USA
23000 Employees
65K-75K Annually

CrowdStrike Logo CrowdStrike

Principal Engineer

Cloud • Computer Vision • Information Technology • Sales • Security • Cybersecurity
Remote or Hybrid
37 Locations
10000 Employees
195K-290K Annually
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Houston, TX
2,500 Employees
Year Founded: 2009

What We Do

As the world's largest fully integrated producer of PA66, we designed our vertically integrated manufacturing process to ensure quality, consistency and supply security.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Ascend has nine global locations, including five fully integrated manufacturing facilities in the southeastern United States and an engineering plastics compounding facility in Europe, all dedicated to the innovation and safe production of nylon 6,6. With three of the world's largest chemical processing facilities, Ascend's materials form the building blocks for products used in everyday applications from apparel to airbags, cable ties to circuit boards and carpets to car parts. Ascend's 2,500 employees around the world are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve and leading the development of nylon 6,6 solutions that inspire everyone, everywhere, every day.

Together, we're making a difference.
Together, we're inspiring everyday.

Similar Companies Hiring

Credal.ai Thumbnail
Software • Security • Productivity • Machine Learning • Artificial Intelligence
Brooklyn, NY
Milestone Systems Thumbnail
Software • Security • Other • Big Data Analytics • Artificial Intelligence • Analytics
Lake Oswego, OR
1500 Employees
Fairly Even Thumbnail
Software • Sales • Robotics • Other • Hospitality • Hardware
New York, NY

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account