Operator, Chemical

Schedule

Rotating 12‑hour shift work. The job requires extensive work on weekends and overtime, often with little advance notice.

About the role

Control and monitor operation of process equipment in a Sodium Chlorate Manufacturing Plant to assure safe operations and product quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plant instrumentation and equipment to assure safe and efficient operation and high product quality.
• Perform laboratory and field analytical testing per procedures to assure product quality.
• Perform specific duties for the operational area that is being worked.
• Record plant readings, test results, and describe plant operations and events on appropriate forms accurately and in a timely fashion.
• Inspect and respond to plant readings and test results.
• Investigate, troubleshoot and correct plant alarms and abnormal conditions.
• Clear and secure equipment prior to maintenance work.
• Conduct loading operations into transport containers, railcars and trucks.
• Execute all plant operations according to standard, quality and emergency procedures and supervisory instructions.
• Perform all duties with minimal supervision.
• Comply with environmental and safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain work areas in clean condition and perform housekeeping duties.
• Participate in safety and quality programs as directed.

Reports to: Production Manager.

Minimum qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and ascend four or more flights of stairs repeatedly.
• Good verbal and written English communication skills and math skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work in a plant environment.
• Pass a drug screen, physical examination and respiratory fit test.

Compensation: Hourly wage commensurate with plant service and experience. Employment is at‑will.