Chemical Operator

The successful candidate will control unit equipment or systems that process chemical substances into specified products, according to established operating procedures, laboratory test results, and process instrumentation. Observe and compile data from either field instruments or from a distributive control system to control numerous temperatures, pressures, levels and flows throughout the process to control the operation within specified safe and productive limits. Perform laboratory testing on process streams using various types of equipment to determine process status.

Position entails working rotating 12-hour shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays in the plant operations area. This position will be trained for the Emergency Response Team.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to perform duties and climb stairs while wearing 35 lb Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and fully enclosed Hazardous Chemical Suit for 30 minutes at a time.

• Ability to climb fixed vertical ladder cages at heights up to 30 ft. to a total of 200 ft. (Ladder cages provide rest stop every 30 ft.).

• Ability to climb 6 flights of stairs carrying a weighted object, i.e. Fire Extinguisher. Ability to open/close large valves. Ability to enter enclosed spaces through 18” man-way, for rescue and permitting purposes.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Able to pull approximately 100 lbs.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment: FRC, hard hat, safety glasses, chemical goggles, faces shield, rigid safety shoes/boots, and full-face cartridge masks.

• Ability to perform Emergency Response duties.

• Ability to safely work with hazardous chemicals according to facility policies and procedures.

• Ability to work a rotating 12-hour shift with periodic overtime. Must be able to work outdoors/inclement weather.

• Job specific: climbing, balance, stoop/bend, kneel, squat, crouch, crawl, lift, carry, endurance, push/pulling.

• Must be able to tolerate confined spaces and work at heights.

• Must possess valid driver’s license.

• Need to evaluate understanding of proper lifting techniques and body mechanics - to be done by any fitness for duty evaluations.

****In compliance with INEOS COVID protocols, candidate must be fully vaccinated (2 weeks past last dose of COVID vaccine) prior to start date. ****

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Two-year technical degree preferred.
• Must have a history of high job performance.
• Prior manufacturing or process experience, training, and higher education are a plus.

DESIRED SKILLS:

• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills a must.
• Mechanical aptitude, a strong sense of teamwork and excellent work ethic a must.
• Experience with common personal and business computer software is a plus.

STARTING RATE: $29.57 per hour; $39.23 per hour following 9-month probationary period

The successful candidate will be expected, with training, to learn the chemical process and qualify on process jobs as needed.

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements will be required to attend an aptitude testing assessment as the first step in the hiring process.

Electronic resumes will be accepted only via OhioMeansJobs, and not at the INEOS facility.

INEOS NITRILES PROVIDES AN EXCELLENT COMPENSATION PACKAGE TO INCLUDE:

Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance available from day one, Company paid Life insurance and Disability insurance, Company paid Short Term and Long-Term disability, Up to 9% company 401 (K) contribution and bonus plan potential.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Tuesday, December 13, 2022.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $29.57 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lima, OH 45804: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing or process: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $30 - $39