Chemical Operator $25-27/hr Job

Arkema; Ringwood (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Chemical Operator, where you will play a crucial role in producing high-quality chemical products. This position involves operating process equipment, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring safety standards in a dynamic environment. With a commitment to environmental responsibility, you will work in a supportive team that values innovation and safety. If you have a background in chemical production and are eager to contribute to a collaborative workplace, this opportunity is ideal for you. Embrace the chance to grow your skills and make a difference in a vital industry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a chemical production environment.
• Ability to perform essential physical functions including lifting 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Safely produce and package batches of chemical products.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and diagnose process and equipment issues.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Excellent mechanical aptitude

Positive 'can do' attitude

Ability to be safe, flexible, innovative, honest and self-starting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLC systems

DCS systems

Forklift

MS Office

Job description

Job Title

CHEMICAL OPERATOR

Location

Ringwood, IL

Grade

2_05

FLSA

Houly/Non-Exempt

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Follow procedures to safely produce and package batches of chemical products that meet quality specifications
• Utilize automated control systems along with manual operations to operate process equipment
• Weigh and accurately charge various chemicals to process vessels
• Identify, troubleshoot and diagnose process and equipment issues
• Perform light maintenance, prepare equipment for others to safely perform maintenance and issue work permits
• Complete batch related documentation and productions entries
• Perform daily housekeeping tasks and maintain an organized work environment
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management
• Ability to respond to emergency situations within the limits of training and qualifications.
• Ability to work rotating shifts
• Ability to respond to call outs and work overtime as needed
• Commitment to safe and environmentally responsible operation of all aspects of a batch chemical process

In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in a chemical production environment
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Experience with PLC’s or DCS systems for plant controls
• Comfortable working with Flammable and Other Hazardous Chemical
• Experience with forklift operation
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position including climbing stairs, ladders, lift 55 pounds, connect hoses, operate manual valves, wear FRC uniforms and full-face respirator (clean-shaven)

The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit :

• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• Positive "can do" attitude
• Ability to be safe, flexible innovative, honest and self-starting
• Proficient in MS Office