Chemical Operator

Job Responsibilities

The Chemical Operator is responsible for maintaining safety, plant production, operating efficiency and regulatory compliance

• Follows and encourages others to follow all organizational safety rules and practices.

• Fosters & maintains a positive work environment.

• Performs basic tasks interacting with pumps, pipes, valves, and HMIs to prepare and charge material into the manufacturing batch process.

• Operates a forklift to load/unload trailers and transport materials.

• Performs basic lab testing.

• Counts and report inventory daily and assist monthly inventory counts.

• Folows and perform lock out tag out (LOTO) for maintenance work on equipment. 

• Maintain work area in a clean, organized, and safe environment. 

• Maintain accurate records including batch sheets, lab data entries, and shift turnover documents.

• Recommends methods to improve production methods and equipment.

• Assists others in troubleshooting problems.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Candidate Qualifications/ Requirements 

• Basic computer literacy.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Previous chemical plant experience preferred.

• Ability to climb steps, stairs, and ladders on a repetitive basis.

• Basic computer literacy.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations necessary for position’s essential duties.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently 

• Reliable transportation for attendance required.

• Dependability and Punctuality are key ingredients to be successful in this position.