Chemical Operator

The chemical operator carries out the activities involved in the manufacture of products in the HPE-1 and SiC plants. These activities cover the receiving and storage of raw materials to the making, packaging, storing of intermediates and final products.

Responsibilities

Calculating ratios, percentages and other math functions; Completing paperwork on transfers, packaging, tank wagons, etc.; Written communication in the shift log; Automatic and manual charging, controlling, sampling reactions and process vessels using DCS per written instructions; Use DCS Control System Batch Interface to load recipes and control and troubleshoot batches; Making blends and sampling; Recording process data on batch logs, batch records and inventory control records; Making process changes per procedural instructions; Transferring products/raw materials to and from rail cars, tanks, reactors, drums, totes, etc. to storage tanks, unloading finished products to tote bins or drums, as directed; Handling hazardous materials safely; General plant maintenance; Maintain housekeeping and safe work conditions.

Requirements

High-school education or equivalent; A minimum of one year of relevant work experience in a chemical plant; Ability to understand and operate a distributed process control system, personal computer and associated software systems; Ability to demonstrate basic math skills, manage time and determine priorities in order to meet daily plant requirements; Ability to carry out routine verbal and written instructions and maintain effective working relationships with other employees; Must be available to work rotating shifts and weekends as scheduled; Must be able to operate forklift truck and be capable of passing certification testing.

Nice to have

Vocational training or job-related course work preferred