Chemical Operator

Westinghouse Electric Company; Hopkins, Bluff Road (MN, SC, UT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative team dedicated to providing clean energy solutions. As a Chemical Operator, you will operate equipment, assist with production needs, and ensure safety and quality in all tasks. This role offers opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic environment. With a focus on teamwork and accountability, you will contribute to the mission of delivering safe and efficient energy solutions. Enjoy competitive benefits and a supportive workplace culture that values diversity and employee well-being.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Vacations and Holidays

Flexible Work Arrangements

Educational Reimbursement Program

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• 0-6 months of experience required; 2+ years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Wastewater License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and perform manual tasks according to established procedures.
• Assist in troubleshooting or problem-solving with experienced operators.
• Perform housekeeping and routine duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Ability to Read and Comprehend Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

Operate equipment and perform manual tasks according to established procedures. Move between the areas of Chemical Operations as need to meet production needs, to work off backlogs or to cover manpower shortage. Assist other operators as instructed by department Team Manager. Assist in troubleshooting or problems solving with experienced operators. All functions performed in accordance with operating procedures.

Areas for Chemical Operator:

CONVERSION

• Package UO2 powder from the conversion process, maintaining item control.


• Download U02 powder from bulk containers to polypacks, maintaining item control.

URRS

• Operate the Assay Meters, Metal Detector, Honing Booth, Ultrasonic Cleaning System, Parts Washer, Shredder and Sorting Hood.


• Disassemble HEPA filters.


• Clean and re-valve UF6 cylinders.


• Receive, unpack, repackage and ship recycled material and/or containers including generation of appropriate records.

PELLETING

• Perform powder prepping.


• Operate the press, sintering furnaces and grinder.


• Stack blanket pellets.


• Perform D&V inspection of pellets.

ALL AREAS

• Oxidize uranium-bearing materials in oxidation ovens.


• Clean filter presses and change cartridge and bag filters.


• Screen debris from uranium-bearing materials.


• Perform housekeeping including mopping, manual wiping and painting and other routine duties as assigned.


• Clean parts and equipment prior to maintenance work or disposal.


• Perform item control transactions and audits.


• Adhere to accountability, criticality, safety, security, and hygiene procedures.


• Assist operators in performing routine duties as assigned.


• Complete training as required.


• Move product and/or materials as directed by others.


• Assist other operators as directed by team manager or higher level operator.


• Perform any other work specifically assigned by the Manager.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED


• 0-6 months of experience is required. 2 plus years of manufacturing experience is preferred


• Wastewater License is preferred


• Safety 1st Attitude; Ability to Read, Comprehend and Perform Procedure-Based Work; Mechanical Aptitude; Problem Solving; Attention to detail

Why Westinghouse?

Westinghouse offers competitive benefits to all our employees around the globe to keep them healthy and enhance their well-being. In the U.S. the following are representative of what we offer:

• Competitive Salary


• Comprehensive Health, Wellness and Income Protection Benefits


• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match


• Paid Vacations and Holidays


• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements


• Educational Reimbursement Program


• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality


• Integrity and Trust


• Customer Focus and Innovation


• Speed and Passion to Win


• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 9,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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