Union Production Operator - Powder Take Out

About the role

As a Powder Take Out Union Chemical Production Operator, you play a critical part in securing raw materials in a safe environment. This position creates and packages products of various kinds.

Responsibilities

• Collect raw materials
• Package powder chemicals in pails, drums, and totes
• Decant chemical into containers as specified in related procedures
• Ensure supplies are distributed as required throughout the facility
• Neatly store supplies and empty containers
• Perform preventative maintenance and participate in general upkeep of production equipment
• Maintain daily logs and record plant operating data
• Effectively, timely, and respectfully communicate and interact with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and customers
• General housekeeping of the plant and surrounding areas
• Clean and store safety equipment for re-use
• Report process and/or safety equipment issues to Production Supervisor
• Comply with all safety requirements within the company
• Comply with all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements and safe handling practices as required from Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and company procedures
• Follow WHMIS, MSDS and all other safety training requirements and procedures
• Follow all government and regulatory requirements when handling and transporting chemical materials
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed
• Regular and sustained attendance
• Operate a sit-down forklift

Requirements

• 1+ years experience working in a chemical plant
• 2 years experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution facility
• Ability to collaborate effectively and efficiently with colleagues
• Effective communication skills and time management
• Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
• Previous experience in a chemical plant preferred
• 2 years experience operating a forklift preferred
• Pass forklift driving exam (pre-offer)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Schedule

• Full-Time (40 hours a week)
• 1st Shift
• Days: Monday - Friday
• Times: 05:00am – 01:30pm

Work Environment

This position works in an enclosed building that is subject to variances in temperatures, extreme heat in summer, and colder temperatures in winter. This position frequently lifts, pushes, pulls or carries up to 50 pounds of product.