Chemical operator

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together.

We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over years.

From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team in Charleston , we are looking for you as a(n) Chemical Operator - Deposition .

A Deposition chemical operator will use computers and process control systems as part of the distributed control system (DCS) to safely monitor, control, and document production at the Charleston plant site in Deposition.

They will perform field inspections to monitor the safety status of equipment, environmental aspects of our operation, and to complete any manual tasks necessary for steady and safe operations.

They cooperate with other qualified staff in serving, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance at the plant. Deposition chemical operators work with hazardous materials and follow company policies regarding health and environmental protection, work safety, plant safety, and quality.

Deposition Chemical Operators :

• Monitor the DCS (Distributed control system); diverse processes running simultaneously
• Use the DCS for startup and shut down of equipment and change operating conditions as advised by management
• Interact with databases and computer software and document all operational steps in an electronic shift log
• Observe / differentiate between standard conditions and deviations from normal (e.g. unusual sounds, smells, etc.)
• Perform regular production duties which include monitoring, controlling, and documenting production flow and processing steps as well as manual operation of valves and other equipment
• Perform complex Lock out Tag out in accordance with LTT procedure
• Perform First Breaks on Systems in accordance with First Break procedure
• Cooperate with other qualified staff in scheduling and coordinating servicing, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance
• Follow company policies regarding health and environmental protection, work safety, plant safety, and quality
• Responsible for RCRA generation as relating to container and labeling usage, maintenance and storage functions, and regular inspections of RCRA applicable areas.
• Other duties as assigned

Education :

• Associates degree in a technical or mathematical field preferred, OR
• Completion of the Chemical Operator program at Chattanooga State Community College (or equivalent program) with a GPA of 3.0 or higher
• 5 years of chemical operator experience dealing with hazardous chemicals such as HCL

Skills :

• Ability to monitor and prioritize response to issues in multiple places
• Ability to read and understand P&ID drawings to find valves and other equipment in the field
• Ability to read and understand purge plans and EIPs drawn on P&ID's
• Have proven technical and mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills
• Be a team player with the desire to lead and coach others (preferred candidates will have prior supervisory experience)
• Be able to work any shift (including 12-hour shifts and / or rotating shifts) necessary to support a 24 / 7 operation
• Teamwork skills with safety and environmental consciousness required
• Good communication skills required
• Must possess a valid driver's license

What do we offer? WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.

We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength.

We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

• Compensation and Incentive plans
• Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Wellbeing fund
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements

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• Education Assistance Program
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Support for Community Involvement

We are looking forward to your online application at Reference Code : The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Last updated : 2024-05-16