Production Operator 1

Production Operator

About the role

The position requires a 12-hour schedule, nightshift (6:00 pm to 6:00 am), with potential overtime. Initial training includes a 2-month shift from 8am-4pm, Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile equipment, weigh and charge raw materials to tanks
• Follow written and computerized work instructions
• Transfer products from vessels to storage tanks, drumming, cleaning tanks and associated piping
• Perform housekeeping items
• Conduct routine inspections and monitor equipment such as pumps, storage tanks, instrumentation, utilities, safety equipment, tools, etc.
• Prepare equipment for operation and maintenance
• Clean and troubleshoot equipment problems
• Apply working knowledge of process equipment mechanics and operations
• Utilize safety practices and techniques related to the chemical industry
• Control raw material, chemical and product flows & handling and transferring materials for bulk storage tanks, tote bins, drums, bags etc.
• Take product samples for quality control testing
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED
• 2 years of manufacturing, industrial or chemical experience
• Able to lift 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and walk up and down ladders/stairs
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, SAP or other databases/computer boards
• Ability to work in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain and snow
• Willingness and ability to stay on site for breaks and lunches

Qualifications

• Must be available for initial training shift from 8am-4pm, Monday through Friday for 2 months
• Must be available for the 12-hour shift schedule, which includes weekends, rotating between 3 total nights/week working and 4 total nights/week off
• Must be willing to work additional hours and/or have experience with forklift operation

Benefits

• Opportunity to join the ICWU Union Local 663C after training period of a minimum of 180 days
• Benefits are outlined in the collective bargaining agreement

Pay

Initial pay is $26.00 per hour, paid biweekly for an initial probationary period. Once trained, qualified and signed off on training checklist, pay can increase to full contract rate of $33.96/hr.

Schedule

Typical shift schedule is a two-week rotation including weekends, with 3 total nights/week working and 4 total nights/week off, reversing the following week.

Skills

• Working knowledge of process equipment mechanics and operations
• Experience with safety practices and techniques related to the chemical industry
• Experience with Microsoft Office products, SAP or other databases/computer boards

Benefits

• Collective bargaining agreement outlines benefits

Contact

To apply, visit apply now. For more information about BASF and the International Chemical Workers Union Local 663C, visit www.basf.com.