Chemical Assistant

Leggett & Platt, Inc.; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Leggett & Platt, Inc. seeks a Chemical Assistant to assist in polyurethane foam production. The successful candidate will perform various manual tasks including operating machinery, mixing chemicals, and maintaining clean work areas. A high school diploma or GED and strong mechanical aptitude are required. Attention to safety and punctuality is essential in this role.

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Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Must be consistently at work and on time.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual and administrative tasks in foam production.
• Operate computerized panel board and cut off saw.
• Mix chemical formulations and transport materials.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

The Chemical Assistant will perform various manual and administrative tasks to set-up and assist in the production of polyurethane foam. Operate a computerized panel board, cut off saw and relieve other operators. Assist in operation of foam machine. Mix chemical formulations.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Education & Experience

• Review formulation sheet provided by supervisor to produce polyurethane foam.
• Operate computerized panel board, cut off saw and relieve other operators.
• Mix chemical formulations.
• Transport product and materials with lift truck.
• Read, count and mark foam buns.
• Perform necessary duties to load and unload chemicals when needed.
• Responsible for following environmental and DOT guidelines.
• Follow established procedures in maintaining production equipment.
• Responsible for process control.Record process variables at all stations.
• Follow established work instructions.
• Responsible for inspecting conveyor and pour machine from beginning to end as well as clean up.
• Assist with pouring line step up within specifications of production needs.
• Assist with disassembling, cleaning, and reassembling the equipment.
• Properly drum and label chemical waste maintaining inventory documentation.
• Operate metal cutting saw / pipe threader as needed.
• Operate hoist as needed.
• Eligible to train as a Hazmat Team Member responding to and cleaning up chemical spills if they occur following written guidelines of the Hazardous response Procedures.
• Clean and maintain respirator when needed in required area according to respirator program guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for good housekeeping in work area.

Education

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Good mechanical aptitude.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety - Observes all safety procedures and policies; Reports potentially unsafe conditions to supervisor; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Able to work accurately from verbal and written instructions.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Veteran / Disability Employer

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