Chemical Operator

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY; Red Diamond (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AUSTIN POWDER COMPANY in Red Diamond, Ohio, is looking for a motivated individual to join the team in a chemical production capacity. The role involves operating equipment, managing finished goods, and ensuring adherence to strict safety protocols. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and have experience in a manufacturing environment.

You will thrive in a fast-paced industrial setting with exposure to various chemical elements, emphasizing safety and detail-oriented tasks.

Qualifications

• Authorization to work in the United States.
• 1 year of experience in chemical operations.
• Prior experience in explosive or chemical manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical production equipment and loading machinery.
• Handle and package finished goods and load raw materials.
• Monitor production processes and perform basic quality checks.
• Log production data and report equipment issues to supervision.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols without deviation.

Skills

Strong mechanical and chemical aptitude

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Good organizational and record-keeping abilities

Ability to troubleshoot and report issues accurately

High attention to detail and safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical production equipment and loading machinery.
• Handle and package finished goods and load raw materials.
• Monitor production processes and perform basic quality checks.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas and equipment.
• Log production data and report equipment issues to supervision.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols without deviation.
• Crostrain into all positions within the PETN process.
• Lift up to 50 lbs., climb stairs, and wear required PPE.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic understanding of computers and ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be able to work in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work overtime and rotating shifts.
• Must be a self-starter and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• 1 year of experience in chemical operations.
• Prior experience in explosive or chemical manufacturing.
• Familiarity with Process Safety Management (PSM).
• Mechanically inclined.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Strong mechanical and chemical aptitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Ability to troubleshoot and report issues accurately.
• High attention to detail and safety awareness.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing conditions.

Work Environment

Industrial chemical manufacturing setting. Exposure to loud noise, chemical odors, and varying temperatures. Physically demanding role requiring standing, climbing, lifting, and wearing PPE. Fast paced, safety focused environment with strict compliance standards. Required to wear protective gear including gloves, safety glasses, respirators, and uniforms.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.