Chemical Operator 1 Job

Arkema Inc; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc. in Columbus, OH, is seeking a Chemical Operator to perform production tasks including material staging, equipment operation, in-process testing, and packaging.

The role uses manual and automated systems to monitor and adjust processes for consistent, high-quality products. Responsibilities include following safety rules, operating DCS/“distributed control systems,” performing material blending, sampling, and labeling, and supporting shipping/receiving.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be safety conscious.
• Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to use computer.
• Be willing to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, procedures, and plant policies.
• Operate and monitor equipment and process controls.
• Assist with raw material staging and product packaging.
• Take samples and ensure product quality.
• Maintain housekeeping and complete shop floor paperwork.
• Support shipping and receiving activities.

Skills

Safety conscious

Use computer

Shift flexibility

Education

High School diploma

Tools

MRP system

Distributed control systems

Job description

Postion Summary:

The Chemical Operator performs all tasks associated with the production of chemical products, including material staging, equipment operation, in-process testing, and product packaging. This role utilizes both manual and automated systems, along with analytical test results, to monitor, control, and adjust manufacturing processes as needed to ensure the production of consistent, high-quality, in-specification products. The Chemical Operator is responsible for maintaining safe operations, adhering to quality standards, and supporting efficient production activities.

Key Responsibilities but limited to:

• Must follow all safety rules, regulations, operating procedures, and corporate/plant policies
• Wear powered air purifying respirator as needed
• Be able to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to go up and down stairs
• Safely operate an industrial truck lift
• Compounding and staging of raw materials
• Blending of chemicals and powders
• Monitoring mixers during the mixing and reaction
• Use of distributed control systems to control and monitor process
• Labeling and filling containers with product
• Take samples of powder and liquids to ensure product quality, stage empty containers, maintain satisfactory housekeeping standards, and prepare equipment for maintence
• Safely handling industrial chemicals
• Must be willing to wear personal protectiveequipment. Including chemical suit, respirator, face shield, googles, gloves and hard hat
• Complete shop floor paperwork
• Use of MRP system
• Participate in company safety meetings and trainings
• Assistin shipping and receiving

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be safety conscious
• Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience
• Must be able to use computer
• Be willing to work any shift