Chemical Operator Job

The Arkema Group; Chester (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkema Group seeks a skilled Chemical Process Operator to join our Chester, SC site. You will inspect and operate chemical processing equipment, monitor safety and quality, and support shipping and receiving as needed.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, 3+ years in manufacturing (chemicals preferred), and be forklift certified. Proficiency with automated systems and basic computer tasks is expected. This role is on-site, 24/7 readiness possible.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years’ manufacturing experience, preferred in chemical manufacturing.
• Basic computer literacy, including email and data entry is required.
• Experience with automated processing systems is preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine safety inspection of plant and ensures safety of plant operations.
• Operates and monitors automated and manually operated chemical process equipment, including mixing tanks and reactor vessels.
• Move/transfer chemicals and equipment throughout the facility using pallet jacks and forklift trucks.
• Obtain quality control samples of raw materials, semi and finished products for quality control laboratory analysis.
• Assist in shipping and receiving of raw materials and finished products; assist in packaging products for shipment.
• Keep accurate monitoring reports/logs and documentation of process events.
• Follow the direction of the shift leaders/supervisors.
• Understand hazards and risks associated with handling chemicals.

Skills

Forklift operation

Automated processing systems

Basic computer literacy

Safety-minded

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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This position reports directly to the Shift Supervisor. This position has no direct reports.

JOB DIMENSIONS:

Inspect, operate, and control chemical processing and handling equipment associated with the production and/or processing of chemical products. Ancillary activities include routine inspection of equipment in a safe, effective, and efficient manner.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production 90%:

• Perform routine safety inspection of plant and ensures safety of plant operations.
• Operates and monitors automated and manually operated chemical process equipment, including mixing tanks, reactor vessels, distillation equipment, cooling/heating equipment, etc.
• Understands the importance of maintaining quality in work in all production related activities.
• Moving/transferring chemicals and equipment throughout the facility both manually and with the aid of powered and automated equipment. Operates pallet jacks and forklift trucks.
• Obtain quality control samples of raw materials, semi and finished products for quality control laboratory analysis.
• Assist in shipping and receiving of raw materials and finished products on occasion. Assist in packaging products for shipment, including drums and totes.
• Retain knowledge of basic chemistry and chemical hazards and apply this knowledge in daily work activities.
• Perform basic arithmetic operations.
• Keep accurate monitoring reports/logs and documentation of process events.
• To follow the direction of the shift leaders/supervisors.
• Understand the hazards and risks associated with handling and processing various chemicals.
• Understand plant environmental health and safety regulations and comply with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

Quality & Other Duties 10-15%:

• Evaluate storm water, including measuring pH and clarity, and discharge storm water per plant procedures.
• Occasionally perform basic quality control analytical procedures, including pH testing.
• Perform various housekeeping activities.
• Effectively carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Make independent judgments concerning assigned tasks.
• Discern situations where supervisory/management input is advisable.
• Responsible to use personal protective equipment as required.
• Perform duties of Material Handler when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT:

This position requires working on rotating shifts (24/7 operations) at the discretion of supervisory and management personnel.

This position may periodically require overtime or a modified schedule to ensure that production needs are met.

Work is primarily performed outside during all seasons.

No travel is required.

This position requires ability to lift 55 pounds regularly, hoisting, and frequent walking and climbing stairs and ladders.

Personal protective equipment (e.g., respirators and chemical resistant clothing, hard hats, safety eyewear, etc.) that may be required at times will increase the level of physical stress experienced by workers.

Understand the hazards and risks associated with maintenance and repair activities in a chemical manufacturing facility.

Retain knowledge of basic chemistry and chemical hazards and apply this knowledge in daily work activities.

Make independent judgments concerning assigned tasks, considering safety and environmental concerns

Safely wear and/or use required personal protective equipment.

Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements.

Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc. (e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, etc.).

Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS /WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years’ manufacturing experience, preferred in chemical manufacturing.
• Basic computer literacy, including email and data entry is required.
• Experience with automated processing systems is preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift is required.
• The work is performed in a control room, enclosed chemical processing facility and outdoors

DEMONSTRATED COMPETENCIES:

Technical expertise

• Ability to assimilate new information and apply it to unfamiliar situations in the future.
• Ability to improve safety, organization, and housekeeping with minimal direction
• Ability to independently utilize Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for the protection of the individual, coworkers, and the environment.

Organizational expertise

• Strong safety-minded work ethic and work history
• Strong team member skills including communication, participation, and expressing mutual respect

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire. Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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