Chem Prod Operator E-APP

Chemical Production Operator E Job

Responsibilities

• Makes resin and formaldehyde and/or related surfaces according to established procedures and HSE regulations.
• Unloads and loads raw materials and finished products following established procedures (tanker trailers, railcars, box trucks, and bulk trucks).
• Operates a forklift to load/unload raw materials (drums, totes, bags).
• Collaborates with management to meet the production and shipping schedule.
• Ensures required shipping documents are completed and procedures are followed to be in compliance with all regulations and corporate requirements.
• Participates in the Joint Health and Safety Committee to facilitate safety improvements.
• Follows all site rules and procedures as they apply to quality, health, safety, and the environment.
• Visually monitors processes within their area of accountability and immediately informs the Lead Operator of any deviations or abnormalities.
• Works in close coordination with the Lead Operator to accomplish the tasks needed to safely and efficiently meet production and maintenance schedules across all processes.
• Communicates and confers with the Lead Operator as well as with Technical, Supervisory, and Support Personnel to resolve process conditions affecting safety, efficiency, and product quality.
• Responds to process alarms and interlocks promptly and coordinates timely confirmation and corrective actions to resolve conditions generating the alarms and interlocks.
• Performs In-Process Checks (IPC’s) to verify batch progression and quality using laboratory equipment (GC, Titrator, pH meter, etc.).
• Performs troubleshooting in the event of process deviations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma Required or GED.
• Forklift experience a plus but must be able to become certified.
• Capable of Driving a Tractor/Tanker unit or being able to learn.
• Analytical and mechanical mindset needed to be successful in this role.
• Previous chemical/processing experience a plus.
• Ok with rotating shifts (Days/Nights/Evenings rotating every week).
• Ok with following strict Health and Safety Guidelines and wearing required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and climb frequently working in elevated areas.
• Will lift an average of 50 lbs frequently.
• Basic computer skills required.
• DCS Distributed Control Systems experience a plus.
• Basic math skills required including the use of a calculator.