Job Posting for Chemical operator at Palmer International
Job Summary :
Chemical Operator 1 is an hourly, non-exempt, motivated individual who has some friction packaging or chemical plant experience, who can successfully operate 1 chemical reaction process with minimal supervision required.
This individual should have troubleshooting skills and be able to assist in resolving process upsets.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Demonstrate good aptitude for safe work practices; understanding the operation of process units and process variables and material handling skills while ensuring product compliance to established standards.
Performs all functions relating to the procerssing of products; consistent with established requirements and in conjunction with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Adheres to all compliance / regulatory mandates and quality requirements.
Receives general work instructions orally, from emails, data files and / or from log sheets.
Monitors gauges and recording instruments and adjusts valves and controls to regulate the flow of chemicals through process systems for prescribed reaction within critical limits, according to log sheets and based on prior experience with equipment / process.
Performs material transfers to and from tanks, drums, rail cars, totes, etc.
Moves chemical products through piping and valves using pumps and pressurized lines.
Assists in unloading raw materials, minor maintenance, and general cleanup work.
Heavily involved in day-to-day operations and process troubleshooting.
Involved with LOTO of equipment, permitting of work within the unit, and executing hazardous line breaks.
General Requirements :
Must be willing to work overtime.
Demonstrates safe work practices including the usage of PPE.
Ability to lift 25-50 lbs frequently, 50-100 lbs occasionally with necessary assistance.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders frequently.
Must be able to wear respiratory protection.
Ability to work in a wide range of environments (indoors and outdfoors) in varying degrees of heat and in cold weather conditions.
Must be able to work in a team environment.
Must be able to follow both verbal and written instructions.
Preferred knowledge of manufacturing processes and the operation of manufacturing equipment.
Preferred knowledge of computers / control systems.
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