Chemical Operator

Controls or Operations

Controls or operates machinery or equipment to assist with manufacturing, packaging, and other steps along a production line. May be expected to handle heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Accepts responsibility for his/her own safety and health.
• Performs assigned duties in a manner that is safe and protective of the environment.
• Follows operating procedures to ensure a safe and environmentally protective workplace.
• Observes and reports all incidents and unsafe conditions.
• Takes an active interest in improving safety and the environmental protection.
• Builds steam, water, nitrogen, compressed air processing and control systems used to maintain or operate process equipment or not otherwise covered under other job descriptions.
• Builds equipment MCC’s and other equipment de-energizing locations.
• Builds general building equipment not covered under other job descriptions such as heating/air conditioning, electrical outlets, lighting, powered cleaning tools, fork lifts, etc.
• Builds general building dumpsters, trash containers and designated waste material management receptacles.
• Builds general building safety equipment not covered under other job descriptions process areas such as fire extinguishers, safety showers, hand alarms, exit signs, evacuation alarms, absorbent rolls, etc.
• Builds general building equipment not covered under other job descriptions used to supplement or assist tasks such as lifting devices, material storage areas, forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.
• Builds drum Melter and associated process and control systems.
• Builds drum recovery and filling station equipment.
• Builds hose stations and fire water protection systems.
• Inventsories and orders designated building supplies.
• Hazardous Waste Responsibility:
• Builds control rooms, restrooms, and break rooms.
• Builds drum dumping, filling and handling equipment and surrounding equipment operations area access aisles.
• Builds ingress/egress, emergency exits and primary building traffic aisles.
• Builds platforms, stairways, ladders and walkways to access and/or operate assigned equipment.
• Builds equipment storage areas and/or locations.
• Builds trench and drain systems and area roadways.
• Builds non-process areas not covered in other job descriptions.
• Monitors and coordinates building waste recovery and disposal activities.
• Performs designated documentation and transaction reporting.
• Inventories and orders designated building supplies.
• Performs routine semi-skilled equipment maintenance tasks and/or assisting maintenance personnel on equipment repairs.
• Cleans and prepares equipment for maintenance.

Qualifications

• High-school education or equivalent; vocational training or job-related course work preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in industrial manufacturing setting OR relevant work experience in industrial chemical plant.
• Safety training or emergency response experience preferred.
• Ability to use tools and equipment required to perform essential functions of the job.
• Proper relief or appropriate communication.
• Instructs, trains, and assists other Chemical Operators.
• Efficient management of time and resources to meet production and maintenance scheduled and daily goals.
• Ability to understand and be able to operate a personal computer and associated software systems.
• Ability to manage time and determine priorities in order to meet daily plant requirements.
• Ability to understand and carry out routine verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

Physical Requirements

• Physical mobility and agility required, for example climbing stairs, climbing ladders, working off scaffolding, prolonged stooping, stretching, and bending.
• Confined space entry.
• Requires working in a rotating shift environment including weekends and holidays.
• Requires adequate physical strength to preform the essential job tasks (for example: ability to lift 50 lbs. without mechanical assistance).
• Requires working outdoors with frequent exposure to weather and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to prolonged physical activity (for example: 12 hour shifts).
• Sensory facilities needed to safely perform the job duties that allow a person to react to potential or immediate hazardous conditions and to take appropriate action.
• Ability to wear required PPE such as respiratory protection, safety harness, and full protection suit as well as common protective or safety equipment including but not limited to safety shoes, eye protection, hand protection, hearing protection, hard hats, etc.

Summary

Compensation & Benefits: Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. (Specific rate to be determined, but not limited to, geographic location, education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data). Pay Range: The starting range for this position is $26.73 Evonik offers a comprehensive benefit package, subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. Benefits included, but not limited to: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, Paid time off plan, 401(k) savings plans, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Employee Assistance Program, Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts, Discretionary Benefits and Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement.

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.