Chemical Production Operator

Job Summary

We are currently seeking a Chemical Production Operator for our Portland, OR location. Reporting into the Chemical Production Supervisor, this position is for an entry-level to experienced operator seeking a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Makes resin safely, according to procedure and following all HSE requirements.
• 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, supersacks).
• 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.
• 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.
• Performs routine housekeeping such as sweeping, powerwashing etc.

Qualifications

• Must be ok with working 12 hour shifts on days or nights (Days/Nights may rotate especially while training).
• Experience with rotating shifts and night shifts preferred.
• Able to work independently.
• A High School Diploma Required or GED.
• Forklift experience a plus but must be able to become certified.
• An analytical and mechanical mindset needed to be successful in this role.
• Previous chemical/ manufacturing experience a plus.
• Must be ok with following strict Health and Safety Guidelines and wear required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Ability to sit, stand walk and climb frequently working in elevated areas.
• Will lift an average of 55 lbs. frequently.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Experience with automated equipment in a manufacturing environment a plus.
• DCS Distributed Control Systems experience a plus.
• Basic math skills required including the use of a calculator.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: medical, dental, orthodontia (for dependents only)
• Company paid Life & Disability Insurance
• Spousal & Dependent coverage available for purchase
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Retail Savings Plan – 401(k): traditional & Roth
• Company match of .70c per dollar, up to 6%-, and 5-year vesting program available after 90 days of employment
• Employee Incentive Program (EIP) – At Arclin, success is never the result of just a single input, but a culmination of our entire team working hand-in-hand to provide value to our customers. As such, the fruits of our success are shared with every full-time employee via our Employee Incentive Program in the form of a yearly bonus. Awards are paid mid-February of every year, and are dependent on company EBITDA performance
• Flexible, Paid Vacation, Company Paid Holidays, and two (2) floating holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Community Involvement Activities

Pay

Pay: $23.88/hr for Operator E (Entry Level) - $31.38/hr for Operator A (Fully Trained)

Schedule

Shifts may rotate especially while training.