Chemical Operator
AMVAC U.S. · Axis, AL · 1 mo ago
On-siteManufacturing$5/hrFull-time
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Inspect, adjust, monitor, operate and repair plant equipment and systems
- Report plant conditions to supervisors and plant personnel verbally and in writing
- Conduct chemical instrument readings and make adjustments as necessary
- Complete and maintain accurate records and files
- Observe all plant safety rules; perform assigned tasks in a safe manner and be alert to unsafe conditions
- Conduct lab samples pulls as needed
- Operate Vent Gas Incinerator (VGI), Chillers, and Cooling Tower
- Process effluent through DCS (Distributor Control Systems)
- Assist mechanical & electrical maintenance and Instrumentation & Control (I&C) activities
- Work rotating shift to accommodate plant 24-hour; 7 day a week coverage
- Participate in Emergency Response Team training and activities
- Comply and ensure compliance with all regulatory safety and environmental requirements
- Comply and ensure compliance with all company policies, practices and lawful directives
- Perform other duties as assigned / required to maintain a safe environment
Skills & Qualifications
- 2+ years’ experience working as a Synthesis Operator or Chemical Operator at a specialty chemical manufacturing plant
- Ability to read and understand P&ID's
- Experience performing minor maintenance safely and in a timely manner
- Must be forklift certifiable
- Physically meet the needs of the job to include, climbing stairs, wearing respiratory protection, and safely lifting at least 50 pounds
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Able to work as a team member as well as independently
- Must be prompt, dependable and have a good attendance record
- Must participate in the Safety monthly blood draw program
- This position requires the ability to participate in the respiratory program which includes being clean shaven and able to wear a respirator
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical, drug test and criminal background check
Education
- High School diploma or equivalency
- Vocational or technical degree preferred
- 40 hour HAZWOPER* preferred
- Firefight Certification | AIDT Training a plus!
Benefits
- Full benefits available including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance starting at under $5 a week (individual) / $66 a month (family)
- Life and AD&D insurance including $25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to you
- Roth and Traditional 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan available with 5% company match - dollar for dollar
- ESPP (Employee Stock Purchasing Plan) available - purchase company stock at a discount rate
- Vacation, Holiday & Sick pay & More
- Shift differential