Chemical Operator

KPRS Construction; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Koppers Inc. in Rock Hill, SC seeks a Chemical Operator to uphold safety, support plant production, and maintain regulatory compliance.

You will work with pumps, pipes, valves, and HMIs to charge materials in the manufacturing batch process, and operate a forklift for material handling. The role requires basic lab testing, meticulous record-keeping of batch sheets and shift turnover, and collaboration to troubleshoot issues.

Qualifications

• Basic computer literacy.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Previous chemical plant experience preferred.
• Ability to climb steps, stairs, and ladders on a repetitive basis.
• Basic math skills for position duties.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.
• Reliable transportation for attendance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, plant production, operating efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Follow safety rules and encourage others to follow them.
• Operate pumps, pipes, valves and HMIs to prepare and charge materials.
• Operate a forklift to load/unload trailers and transport materials.
• Perform basic lab testing.
• Count and report inventory daily; assist monthly counts.
• Follow lock out tag out (LOTO) procedures for maintenance.
• Maintain clean, organized and safe work area.
• Maintain batch sheets, lab data entries and shift turnover documents.
• Recommend methods to improve production and equipment.
• Assist others in troubleshooting problems.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Basic computer literacy

Effective communication

Dependability and punctuality

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• The Chemical Operator is responsible for maintaining safety, plant production, operating efficiency and regulatory compliance
• Follows and encourages others to follow all organizational safety rules and practices.
• Fosters & maintains a positive work environment.
• Performs basic tasks interacting with pumps, pipes, valves, and HMIs to prepare and charge material into the manufacturing batch process.
• Operates a forklift to load/unload trailers and transport materials.
• Performs basic lab testing.
• Counts and report inventory daily and assist monthly inventory counts.
• Folows and perform lock out tag out (LOTO) for maintenance work on equipment.
• Maintain work area in a clean, organized, and safe environment.
• Maintain accurate records including batch sheets, lab data entries, and shift turnover documents.
• Recommends methods to improve production methods and equipment.
• Assists others in troubleshooting problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Candidate Qualifications/ Requirements

• Basic computer literacy.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Previous chemical plant experience preferred.
• Ability to climb steps, stairs, and ladders on a repetitive basis.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations necessary for position’s essential duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Reliable transportation for attendance required.
• Dependability and Punctuality are key ingredients to be successful in this position.

Equality and Diversity

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.

Company Overview

Koppers, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals and carbon compounds. Its products and services are used in a variety of niche applications in a diverse range of end-markets, including the railroad, specialty chemical, utility, residential lumber, agriculture, aluminum, steel, rubber, and construction industries. With more than 1,800 employees, it serves its customers through a comprehensive global manufacturing and distribution network, with facilities located in North America, South America, Australasia, China and Europe. Koppers is also firmly committed to advancing a Zero Harm culture that places the care and protection of its people, environment and communities above all else. This focused approach empowers employees to ensure safe operations through a heightened awareness of process safety, product safety, environmental stewardship and security. Koppers was established in December 1988 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and became a publicly-traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2006.

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