What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemical Plant Operator position at Tektree?
Key Responsibilities
- Responsible for mixing/blending of materials, paint matching, and operation of process equipment
- Monitor the performance of plant equipment and process conditions utilizing various
instruments, gauges, and meters
- Unloading of rail cars and tank wagons
- Operate a forklift to stage materials
- Responsible for assuring the product is made correctly according to standard manufacturing orders
- Complete production reporting and quality control reporting in a timely and accurate manner
- Maintains thorough knowledge of all processes and equipment.
- Perform quality control analysis during the manufacturing steps, including drawing samples of
raw materials or from the process of laboratory testing
- Must follow all safety procedures, act in a safe manner at all times, and have an understanding
and awareness of chemicals and their nature, hazards, safety, and health issues, etc. (MSDSs, use of PPE, etc.)
- Maintain a neat and orderly work area
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required, Associate’s degree or higher a plus.
- 2 years in a chemical plant environment is desired, Paint/Color matching experience a plus
- Must have effective verbal and written English communication skills
- Able to work overtime and nights as required
Knowledge – Skills – Abilities:
- Ability to work well under minimal supervision
- Attention to detail, organization ability, and ability to interact well with others.
- Must be able to operate basic hand tools
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.73 - $26.17 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- chemical plant environment: 3 years (Required)
- Paint/Color matching: 3 years (Required)
- mixing/blending of materials, operation of process equipment: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $26