Process Operator - Day Shift

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the operation of chemical processes (adjusting variables such as temperature, pressure, feed rate, sampling, etc.). This is a 2-2-3 position schedule (6AM to 6:30PM) and requires every other weekend.

Responsibilities

Comply with all safety and regulatory compliance programs; Maintain housekeeping in assigned areas while working in a safe manner and following all established SOPs; Use the PPE as specified in the SOPs; Be an active member of the emergency response team and associated training; Fill out the regulatory paperwork, inspections, and checklists as assigned meeting the intent of the regulations; Maintain regulatory compliance (RCRA, Title V, Air Permits, and OSHA regulations) in assigned areas; Participate in mandatory Environmental, Health, and Safety and process specific training; Communicate to shift supervisor or senior operator compliance, safety, and equipment needs as personally identified; Fill out the daily and weekly inspections check sheets as assigned; Fill out all vessel batch logs, reports, manifests, check sheets, etc. as assigned; Complete prism tasks for material transfers move tickets, material usage, prism logs, and work orders, raw material inventory, produced inventory, and ensure compliance to PRISM and ISO 9001:2000 SOPs and documentation as directed by the shift supervisor or senior operator; Operate processes in accordance with SOPs and notify shift supervisor or senior operator of deviations from the SOPs; Record information such as ingredients, weights, and temperature and input into the database; Store, retrieve, mix, and monitor chemicals used in the production process; Troubleshoot issues with production equipment and processes; Monitor chemical treatment machines and instruments, including flow meters and machine dials, to ensure machinery is operating correctly at all times; Respond to warning signals and alarms that indicate issues have arisen, taking all necessary precautions to prevent accidents or injuries; Monitor the chemical process using controls, panel boards and other input devices to operate the manual and semi-automatic machinery; Take chemical samples and perform tests to ensure the process is progressing properly; Regulate or turn off machines in emergency situations and follow all instructions from supervisory staff quickly and precisely; Perform auxiliary tasks such as tank transfers, bulk truck or railcar loading/unloading, container emptying and filling, dumping bags and supersacks, sampling, pump outs, etc.; Recommend changes in SOPs and process-related equipment

Requirements

Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Nice to have

Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office; Ability to operate a forklift; previous forklift experience

Benefits

Up to 10% Retirement Contribution; $500 Per Year Wellness Incentive; Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off; Medical, Dental, and Vision - eligible first day of the month following hire date; 401k and profit sharing; medical/dental/vision/life insurance; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; adoption assistance; legal services insurance; scholarship awards for children of employees; summer picnic; community giving events; free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach