Chemical Operator

Responsibilities

• Guide and maintain automatic and manual chemical process systems of varying complexity in accordance with operating procedures, including programmable, logic control devices.
• Follow specifications, job orders, work instructions, recipes and procedures to produce specific products according to our ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality system.
• Perform excellent liquid / chemical batch manufacturing, maintaining a familiarity with a variety of production machines.
• Monitor and care for process variables, such as temperature, pressure, and flow rates.
• Route product samples for quality control inspection according to procedure.
• Complete preventive maintenance on a regular, timely basis.
• Handle first-line resolving of process pathways such as equipment malfunctions, computer program issues, setting adjustments; involving appropriate other experts as needed.
• Support and uphold the Company’s safety and environmental standards:
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Champion proper disposal of waste materials.
• Contribute actively to safety improvement programs.
• Support and uphold all Company policies including safety, operating procedures, quality, attendance and proper on the job conduct.

Requirements

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of industrial manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience with C1D1 and C1D2 Explosion Proof environments, particularly within the context of hazardous material handling and solvent extraction.

Qualifications

• Good written skills, proficient computer skills, and ability to work with MS Office tools are required.
• Physical stamina to perform manual labor and lift heavy objects.
• Continuous standing in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break).
• Flexibility to work in shifts and handle occasional overtime as needed.

Skills

• Good judgment, attention to detail, and manual dexterity are required.
• Strong multi-tasking skills.
• Deep understanding of chemical processes and equipment.
• Solid communication, interpersonal, organizational, numerical, and analytical skills are required.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Capability to prioritize time efficiently.

Benefits

• Cumulative Family Benefits: Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer up to 14-week paid child birth benefits to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start day 1.