Chemical Operator/Loader

About the role

This position ensures a safe and reliable operation of a complex/heavily regulated chemical production plant by following operating disciplines, procedures, and work processes in a team environment. Candidates will be hired to work in a variety of operator/technician roles across the plant depending on current availability. These plant roles may include: Chemical Operator or Loader.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control chemical process conditions, equipment, and control systems; manage product samples and analysis
• Load/unload product, monitor tank levels and flow rates, and operate mechanical equipment
• Perform operational tasks including field checks, equipment prep, permitting, minor maintenance, and general area housekeeping
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues and support maintenance, start-ups, and shutdowns for operational reliability and efficiency
• Conduct inspections per Olin standards and regulatory compliance (safety, DOT, quality), and prioritize safety and environmental stewardship, report near misses/incidents, assist in root cause investigations and perform Immediate Response activities

Errors may result in severe consequences due to hazardous materials and complex equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of three years of work experience (36 months of full-time work at time of application)
• Ability to demonstrate mechanical reasoning, spatial reasoning, and behavioral measures identified as important for the role

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Process Technology, Industrial Engineering, Instrumentation, Electrical or Computer Technology
• Production, maintenance, and/or distribution related experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
• Relevant military experience with a technical specialty
• Prior Olin experience in a related position

Work Conditions and Physical Demand Requirements

• Ability to work the schedule(s) specified above as well as overtime, holidays, and weekend as required
• Ability to serve in the emergency response/rescue team and respond to HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) with OSHA training
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check if offer is received and accepted
• Ability to pass a functional physical test, with or without reasonable accommodations, if offer is received and accepted
• Use standard safety equipment and wear all required personal protective equipment including in extreme hot/cold environments
• Work in confined, tight, or closed-in spaces
• Climb ladders and stairs through multiple levels, work at heights
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds
• For Cell Room/Valve Operators: work in strong electromagnetic field