Operator, Chemical

Essential Duties, Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Operate and monitor plant instrumentation and equipment to assure, safe and efficiency operation and high product quality.
• Perform laboratory and field analytical testing per procedures to assure product quality.
• 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.
• Execute all plant operations according to standard, quality and emergency procedures and supervisory instructions.
• Conduct loading operations into transport containers, railcars and trucks.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• A High School graduate or equivalent.
• Capable of lifting 50 pounds and ascending 4+ flights of stairs repeatedly.
• Good English verbal and written communication skills and math skills required.
• Capable of working with others in a team environment.
• Adept at troubleshooting and able to deal effectively in a plant environment.

Relationships

Reports to Production Manager.

Pay

Hourly wage commensurate with plant service and experience.

Schedule

Rotating 12-hour shift work.