Chemical Operator

Air Liquide USA LLC; Newport (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive family benefits

14-week parental leave

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays and vacation

Sick time; benefits start day 1

Job summary

Air Liquide is hiring a Chemical Operator in Newport, DE to operate complex chemical processing equipment on a 12-hour Dupont schedule. The role involves following detailed instructions, performing batch manufacturing, and ensuring safety and quality standards in hazardous environments.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year in industrial manufacturing, with strong MS Office skills, physical stamina, and the ability to work shifts with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 year of Industrial Manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience with C1D1 and C1D2 explosion-proof environments.
• Good written skills and ability to work with MS Office tools.
• Physical stamina to perform manual labor and lift heavy objects.
• Continuous standing for long periods (2-3 hours before break).
• Flexibility to work shifts and occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Operate automatic and manual chemical process equipment per procedures.
• Follow specifications and recipes to produce products under ISO 9001/AS9100.
• Perform complex liquid/chemical batch manufacturing with varied equipment.
• Work in C1D1 and C1D2 environments handling hazardous materials.
• Monitor process variables such as temperature, pressure, and flow.
• Route samples for quality control inspections.
• Complete preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety/environmental standards.

Skills

Good written skills

MS Office proficiency

Physical stamina

Continuous standing

Flexibility to work in shifts

Strong multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

MS Office

Job description

R10101310 Chemical Operator (Open)

Location: Newport, DE (MEDAL) - Manufacturing - Production

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions is a technology partner of choice for the design, engineering and construction of leading-edge processing facilities and related infrastructures worldwide. We enable our customers to optimize the use of the planet's natural resources in order to provide clean and sustainable energy thanks to our people and their capability to innovate constantly. Through cutting edge innovation applied to our proprietary technology we contribute to the transformation of the energy industry and help to preserve & protect the atmosphere of our planet. Looking back on decades of operational expertise within the world leader in gases for industry, health and the environment, we develop creative, safe, reliable and competitive solutions for our customers, proposing a sustainable worldwide offer of best-in-class plants in a dynamically changing marketplace.

Air Liquide's ambition is to be a leader in its industry, deliver long term performance and contribute to sustainability - with a strong commitment to climate change and energy transition at the heart of its strategy.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

At Air Liquide, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity.

Air Liquide is hiring for a Chemical Operator in Newport, DE!

We are looking for you!

• Work Schedule - 12 hour shifts 6pm-6am

• Comprehensive Family Benefits: Air Liquide offers a full benefits package designed to support your whole life, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• Support for Parents: We offer a 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
• Future Security: 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Early Access: Your benefits start after day 1

• Operate automatic and manual chemical process equipment of varying complexity in accordance w/ operating procedures, including programmable, logic control devices
• Follow specifications, job orders, work instructions, recipes and procedures to produce specific products according to our ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality system
• Perform complex liquid / chemical batch manufacturing, maintaining a familiarity with a variety of production machines
• Ability to work in C1D1 and C1D2 Explosion Proof environments, particularly within the context of hazardous material handling and solvent extraction
• Monitor and control process variables, such as temperature, pressure, and flow rates
• Route product samples for quality control inspection according to procedure
• Complete preventive maintenance on a regular, timely basis. Handle first-line troubleshooting such as equipment malfunctions, computer program issues, setting adjustments; involving appropriate other experts as needed.
• Comply with the Company's safety and environmental standards:
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Assure proper disposal of waste materials
  • Contribute actively to safety improvement programs
  • Comply with all Company policies including safety, operating procedures, quality, attendance and proper on the job conduct
• This position is shift work on a 12 hour Dupont Schedule, day-night rotation

RequiredQualifications

• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of Industrial Manufacturing experience

• Proven experience with C1D1 and C1D2 Explosion Proof environments, particularly within the context of hazardous material handling and solvent extraction
• Good written skills, proficient computer skills, and ability to work with MS Office tools are required
• Physical stamina to perform manual labor and lift heavy objects
• Continuous standing in one location for long periods (2-3 hours before break)
• Flexibility to work in shifts and handle occasional overtime as needed

PreferredQualifications

• Good judgment, attention to detail, and manual dexterity are required
• Strong multi-tasking skills
• Deep understanding of chemical processes and equipment
• Solid communication, interpersonal, organizational, numerical, and analytical skills are required

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and attention to detail
• Capability to prioritize time efficiently

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.