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Updated on 9/10/2026
Indorama Ventures
1,001-5,000 employees
Global chemical producer focused on collaboration
No salary listed
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- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- An Associate Degree in Process Operating Technology or five years of relevant operations experience in a petrochemical or refinery setting is required.
- Candidates must have or be able to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential.
- Candidates must be proficient with the Internet, email, and Microsoft Office programs.
- Candidates must have mechanical aptitude.
- Candidates must have strong written and oral communication skills.
- Make required rounds to verify proper equipment operation and perform visual and olfactory inspections.
- Ensure the unit operates at target rates and production is within specification.
- Monitor operating equipment and maintain it within desired ranges.
- Handle maintenance items in the assigned area, including equipment safing.
- Identify process problem areas and communicate suggestions to supervision, engineering, or other appropriate associates.
- Complete site safety orientation and follow operator safety and environmental policies.
- Monitor production and equipment operations during production runs to achieve target rates and maintain product specifications.
- Draw raw-material, unit-stream, finished-product, and shipping samples according to the unit sampling schedule.
- Complete rotating-equipment checklists each shift; lubricate equipment, tighten valve packing, correct leaks, and blow down instrument transmitter legs as needed.
- Work with the team to identify process problem areas and communicate them through the organization using appropriate communication channels.
- Execute the unit energy optimization plan.
- Participate in shift handoffs and other operator communication meetings.
- Participate in audits, investigations, HAZOPs, process hazard analyses, and quality efforts.
- Maintain good housekeeping of equipment, control rooms, and production areas.
- Clear and lock out/tag out equipment to prepare it for maintenance.
- Manage process and raw-material samples as necessary to assess operations performance.
- Troubleshoot process and mechanical issues and work with console operators and maintenance personnel to resolve them safely and maintain production.
- Carry out activities in compliance with the integrated management system, including safety, food safety, good manufacturing practices, health, environmental, quality, and responsible care requirements.
- Maintain regular workplace presence and work extra hours or overtime when needed to meet staffing and production objectives.
- Assist other employees in accomplishing company goals, follow supervisor instructions, and perform assigned duties.
- Participate in environmental, health, and safety initiatives.
- Participate in and complete required company training programs.
- An Associate Degree in Process Operating Technology is preferred.
Indorama Ventures operates as a global chemical company focused on creating and supplying polymer and chemical products that serve multiple industries. Its products are developed and delivered through tightly woven relationships with customers and industry partners, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and sharing progress on “reimagining chemistry” to benefit society. The company’s approach centers on working closely with customers and internal teams and across industries to develop solutions, not just sell materials. What sets Indorama Ventures apart is its orientation toward long-term relationships and open communication about its chemistry journey, guiding efforts with a social-policy-aware, collaborative mindset. The company aims to make a better world by applying chemistry to real-world challenges through partnerships and ongoing dialogue with stakeholders.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Bangkok, Thailand
Founded
1994
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- H1 2026 EBITDA rose 61% to THB 29.7 billion; net debt hit THB 226 billion.
- The August 2026 Nigeria rPET project targets 45,000 tons yearly and 2027 startup.
- Zero Waste to Landfill at PETValue Philippines, launched July 2026, expands circular credibility.
What critics are saying
- Longlaville's March 2026 closure plan cuts 165 jobs, exposing weak tire-cord demand.
- Steinfort's July 2026 shutdown threatens 100 jobs, proving European fiber capacity is oversupplied.
- Petrochemical commodity overcapacity can destroy cash generation before 2028 deleveraging finishes.
What makes Indorama Ventures unique
- Indorama Ventures' 2026 fiber-integrated odor capture embeds performance directly into polyolefin and polyester fibers.
- Its August 2026 FtoP partnership ties recycling, packaging, and manufacturing into one platform.
- Indorama Ventures' 20-facility recycling network across 11 countries anchors feedstock access and scale.
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Indorama Ventures develops fibre-Integrated odour capture for hygiene and technical textiles. August 28, 2026 The patented, fragrance-free technology traps odour-causing molecules inside polyolefin and polyester fibre structures, offering an alternative to masking agents and antimicrobial approaches. Indorama Ventures will unveil a new fibre-integrated odour-control technology at the Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress in Austria on September 16-18, 2026, targeting absorbent hygiene and technical-textile applications where persistent malodour remains a difficult performance problem. Unlike conventional approaches that use fragrances to cover smells, the technology is designed to capture a broad spectrum of volatile organic compounds responsible for odour generation. Indorama says the functionality is incorporated directly into the fibre structure, potentially providing longer-lasting performance without depending on an applied perfume. Non-biocidal approach A notable feature is that the system is non-biocidal and fragrance-free, differentiating it from antimicrobial odour-control technologies that suppress microorganisms. The technology is compatible with both polyolefin and polyester fibres, opening applications across nonwoven structures used in adult incontinence, feminine hygiene and other absorbent products, as well as technical applications including air-conditioning systems. Indorama says the technology has been evaluated using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, sensory testing and real urine samples. Trials across different fibre configurations showed enhanced capture of odour-associated VOCs. The company plans a live demonstration at Dornbirn. From R&D to commercial fibre platform The development builds on earlier odour-trapping research within Indorama Ventures' hygiene operations. Its 2024 Sustainability Report identified next-generation odour trapping among the technologies under development within the group's hygiene portfolio. The resulting bicomponent-fibre products will be marketed under expera, Indorama's platform for hygiene fibres designed to add sensory, visual or tactile functionality. For nonwoven manufacturers, the commercial opportunity lies in adding odour management at fibre level rather than through downstream coatings or fragrances. The next evidence needed is quantitative: capture efficiency by compound, durability during storage and use, fibre-additive cost, processing compatibility and performance at industrial production speeds. Those figures will determine whether the technology becomes a differentiated premium feature or a broadly adopted hygiene-fibre functionality.
Capturing malodor rather than masking it: Indorama Ventures presents innovative odor capturing technology at Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress. 27 Aug 2026 Enabling customers to deliver greater comfort, confidence and well-being to consumers Indorama Ventures, a global leader in fibers and nonwovens serving customers in hygiene and technical markets, will present its latest technological innovation in odor management at the Dornbirn Global Fiber Congress. The innovation has been developed to address one of the most important yet challenging performance requirements in absorbent hygiene and technical products: effective odor control. By incorporating odor-capturing functionality for a broad spectrum of odor-causing compounds directly into the fiber structure, the technology helps manufacturers create products that actively capture odor-causing molecules rather than simply masking them. This enables a more effective and long-lasting approach to odor management while maintaining the comfort and performance consumers expect, for instance from adult incontinence and feminine care products, as well as from technical products such as air conditioning systems. "Consumers don't simply want odors to be covered up. They want products that help them feel comfortable, confident and protected throughout the day," said Anne Louise Theut Meier, R&D Engineer for Textiles and Nonwoven Fibers at Indorama Ventures. "This is why our customers are looking for meaningful improvements to the user experience. This patented technology is a non-biocidal, and fragrance-free approach compatible with polyolefin and polyester fibers. It has undergone extensive evaluation using a combination of analytical and real-use testing methodologies. These included gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis, sensory evaluations and testing with real urine samples to ensure that measurable laboratory performance translates into meaningful consumer benefits." During the conference, Anne Louise will demonstrate enhanced capture of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) associated with odor generation when the odor-capturing technology was incorporated into various fiber configurations. Conference attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in a live demonstration themselves. The technology further strengthens Indorama Ventures' position as a partner for innovation in the hygiene and technical sector. Through its global manufacturing footprint and dedicated research and development capabilities, the company continues to develop solutions that help customers address evolving market needs across adult incontinence, feminine care, baby care as well as technical applications. The respective bi-component fiber portfolio will be marketed under the product brand platform "expera", which includes solutions that deliver superior sensory, visual, or haptic appeal. Note: This story has not been edited by The Polymerupdate Editorial team and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.
Thailand's Indorama Ventures helps launch biodegradable care wash mitt. 26 Aug '26 Pic: Generated by ChatGPT Insights. * Schülke, Nitto, Indorama Ventures and Polymateria have launched a biodegradable disposable wash mitt in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Spain. * The cellulose-led three-layer product uses non-woven polypropylene with biotransformation technology. * Healthcare buyers gain a patient-care hygiene item designed to maintain performance while addressing fugitive plastic waste. Schülke, in collaboration with Nitto, Indorama Ventures and Polymateria has launched an innovative biodegradable wash mitt designed to support more sustainable patient care without compromising performance, hygiene, or user experience. The new wash mitt, now launched in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Spain, represents a significant advancement in disposable patient care products. Developed through a four-way collaboration between leading experts in healthcare, materials science and manufacturing, the product is the first of its kind to combine high-performance functionality with a biodegradable design enabled through advanced material innovation. At the heart of the innovation is a unique three-layer composite structure consisting primarily of cellulose, with the remaining 24% of the material layer made from non-woven polypropylene containing biotransformation technology. The result is a wash mitt that delivers the comfort, strength and performance healthcare professionals expect, while supporting improved environmental outcomes at the end of its useful life. Manuel Guerra, Global Market Head for nonwoven fibers at Indorama Ventures, adds "sustainable fibers for hygiene applications are a critical component of our innovation roadmap. Delivering meaningful sustainability improvements requires close collaboration across the entire value chain, and this wash mitt is a great example of what can be achieved through strong partnerships. We are proud to contribute to this innovation and delighted to see it reach the market." Unlike conventional disposable wash mitts, the new product incorporates biotransformation technology developed by Polymateria. This technology enables the non-woven polypropylene component to transform into a bio-available wax and fully biodegrade in the open terrestrial environment if it escapes the waste stream. This non-woven layer meets the BSI PAS 9017 standard from the British Standards Institution. The technology is designed to address the challenge of persistent plastic waste while maintaining product performance during use. "It has been a pleasure to work with Schulke and Nitto to develop this revolutionary biodegradable wash mitt, the latest product launch from our 10-year partnership with Indorama Ventures. Combining product development expertise from all four organizations has made this exciting launch possible. It is yet another demonstration of how industry leaders are coming together to create innovative hygiene solutions that urgently tackle fugitive plastic pollution." explains Celine Moreira, Global Partnerships Director at Polymateria. A further breakthrough is the product's manufacturing process. The wash mitt is believed to be the first biodegradable ultrasonically bonded wash mitt on the market, combining advanced bonding technology with biodegradable material design. This delivers a product that is both functionally superior and environmentally progressive, setting a new benchmark for the patient care industry. Sven Fiedler, Sales Manager Nitto Nonwovens says "What makes this project particularly rewarding is the close collaboration behind it. It demonstrates how co-creation, shared commitment, and a willingness to challenge conventional thinking can accelerate the development of the next generation of more sustainable niche products.". As healthcare providers increasingly seek products that support sustainability goals, the new wash mitt demonstrates how cross-industry collaboration can accelerate innovation and deliver practical solutions for patient care environments. Note: The headline, insights, and image of this press release may have been refined by the ALCHEMPro staff; the rest of the content remains unchanged. ALCHEMPro News Desk.
Launching an innovative biodegradable wash mitt designed for the patient care sector. 26 Aug 2026 A breakthrough collaboration between Schülke, Nitto, Indorama ventures and Polymateria has resulted in the launch of an innovative biodegradable wash mitt designed for the patient care sector. - The newly launched wash mitt introduces a new design to the market, one that considers its end of use. The wash mitt has been launched in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Spain. - The wash mitt is made up of cellulose and a non-woven polypropylene layer which previously could not biodegrade but with Polymateria's revolutionary Biotransformation technology incorporated this layer is now also biodegradable. - This four-way collaboration has shown the industry that sustainability can be incorporated without compromising patient care. Schülke, in collaboration with Nitto, Indorama Ventures and Polymateria has launched an innovative biodegradable wash mitt designed to support more sustainable patient care without compromising performance, hygiene, or user experience. The new wash mitt, now launched in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Spain, represents a significant advancement in disposable patient care products. Developed through a four-way collaboration between leading experts in healthcare, materials science and manufacturing, the product is the first of its kind to combine high-performance functionality with a biodegradable design enabled through advanced material innovation. At the heart of the innovation is a unique three-layer composite structure consisting primarily of cellulose, with the remaining 24% of the material layer made from non-woven polypropylene containing biotransformation technology. The result is a wash mitt that delivers the comfort, strength and performance healthcare professionals expect, while supporting improved environmental outcomes at the end of its useful life. Manuel Guerra, Global Market Head for nonwoven fibers at Indorama Ventures, adds "sustainable fibers for hygiene applications are a critical component of our innovation roadmap. Delivering meaningful sustainability improvements requires close collaboration across the entire value chain, and this wash mitt is a great example of what can be achieved through strong partnerships. We are proud to contribute to this innovation and delighted to see it reach the market." Unlike conventional disposable wash mitts, the new product incorporates biotransformation technology developed by Polymateria. This technology enables the non-woven polypropylene component to transform into a bio-available wax and fully biodegrade in the open terrestrial environment if it escapes the waste stream. This non-woven layer meets the BSI PAS 9017 standard from the British Standards Institution. The technology is designed to address the challenge of persistent plastic waste while maintaining product performance during use. "It has been a pleasure to work with Schulke and Nitto to develop this revolutionary biodegradable wash mitt, the latest product launch from our 10-year partnership with Indorama Ventures. Combining product development expertise from all four organizations has made this exciting launch possible. It is yet another demonstration of how industry leaders are coming together to create innovative hygiene solutions that urgently tackle fugitive plastic pollution." explains Celine Moreira, Global Partnerships Director at Polymateria. A further breakthrough is the product's manufacturing process. The wash mitt is believed to be the first biodegradable ultrasonically bonded wash mitt on the market, combining advanced bonding technology with biodegradable material design. This delivers a product that is both functionally superior and environmentally progressive, setting a new benchmark for the patient care industry. Sven Fiedler, Sales Manager Nitto Nonwovens says "What makes this project particularly rewarding is the close collaboration behind it. It demonstrates how co-creation, shared commitment, and a willingness to challenge conventional thinking can accelerate the development of the next generation of more sustainable niche products.". As healthcare providers increasingly seek products that support sustainability goals, the new wash mitt demonstrates how cross-industry collaboration can accelerate innovation and deliver practical solutions for patient care environments. Note: This story has not been edited by The Polymerupdate Editorial team and is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.
Indorama Ventures awards 2 scholarships. The company partners with Chulalongkorn University, MIT on Chula LGO Program for students pursuing the dual-degree program. Published August 24, 2026 Indorama Ventures Public Co. Ltd (IVL), a Bangkok-based sustainable chemical company, is partnering with Chulalongkorn University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) on the Chula Leaders for Global Operations (LGO) Program. The Chula LGO Program is a two-year dual-degree master's program offered by Chulalongkorn University through the Faculty of Engineering and Chulalongkorn Business School and developed in partnership with MIT LGO. The program integrates engineering, business management, leadership development and industry-based learning to prepare future leaders to address complex industrial and operational challenges. Graduates will receive a Master of Engineering degree from Chulalongkorn University and a Master of Business Administration from Chulalongkorn Business School. IVL says the collaboration reflects its commitment to developing future leaders, cultivating a world-class global talent pipeline and bringing outside-in perspectives that accelerate innovation, operational excellence and long-term sustainable growth. "Developing future leaders with both technical expertise and business acumen is essential to driving innovation and long-term value. That is why Indorama Ventures chose to become a founder sponsor of the Chula LGO Program as we believe Thailand is home to exceptional talent," says Aloke Lohia, group CEO of Indorama Ventures. "By combining world-class education with industry collaboration today, we are helping develop the next generation of leaders who will contribute toward the future of the broader chemical industry." IVL says it supports the development of future industry leaders equipped with both engineering expertise and strategic business capabilities to address increasingly complex global industrial challenges as a tier founder sponsor. IVL funds two scholarships for outstanding students pursuing the dual-degree program. This year's scholarship recipients include both an external student and an existing IVL employee, which the company says demonstrates its investment in attracting new talent while empowering its people to continue growing as future leaders. The recipients are Raja Chairmapandi and Vasika Nakornvarittipong. Upon completion of the program, scholarship recipients will undertake a six-month fellowship with IVL, gaining exposure to industrial operations and business transformation initiatives across the organization. Sponsored Content Optimal productivity, heavy construction, safety features and operator comfort come together in the SENNEBOGEN 360 G-series telescopic wheel loader, designed for work across the waste and recycling industry. Telescopic wheel loaders manufactured by SENNEBOGEN have a growing presence at transfer stations, material recovery facilities (MRFs), construction and demolition (C&D) recycling plants and metal recycling facilities across North America. They will also have the chance to pursue careers with IVL, which the company says will support its long-term strategy to build a diverse, high-performing, and future-ready workforce. "Indorama Ventures' support strengthens the Chula LGO Program's ability to connect interdisciplinary education with real industrial challenges beyond the classroom," says Sawekchai Tangaramvong, professor and chair of the Chula LGO Program. "Through the scholarships and fellowship program, students gain invaluable industry experience while developing the engineering, management and leadership capabilities needed to solve complex challenges. These experiences help prepare graduates to contribute to Thailand's industrial transformation and sustainable growth." Get curated news on YOUR industry. Enter your email to receive its newsletters.