Chemical Operator Job

Arkema; Piedmont (SC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc. in the United States is seeking a production operator to manage material staging, operate reactors and blenders, and ensure in-spec product quality. You will monitor processes, document batch records, and participate in safety training.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to work rotating shifts in a chemical production environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of experience in a chemical environment.
• Strong English communication (written and verbal).
• Good mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and overtime.
• Experience operating forklift.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and wear PPE including respirator.

Responsibilities

• Perform raw material staging for batches.
• Operate production vessels, including batch reactors and blenders.
• Use automated and manual process controls to adjust process parameters.
• Package finished products in drums and IBCs.
• Complete batch sheets, logbooks and other records neatly and accurately.
• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude by performing minor maintenance.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and diagnose equipment and process issues.
• Complete required safety training.

Skills

English communication

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Task management

Independence

Cross-functional teamwork

Judgement & dependability

Positive attitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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This position performs all tasks associated with the production of product from material staging, operation of equipment, in-process testing, and packaging. This position utilizes both manual and automated systems along with analytical results to monitor and adjust the process, as needed, to produce a consistent, in specification product.

Job Responsibilities:

Daily Operations (70 %)

• Perform raw material staging for batches.
• Operate production vessels, including batch reactors and blenders
• Use automated and manual process controls to adjust process parameters
• Package finished products in drums and IBCs

Complete batch sheets, logbooks and other records neatly and accurately.

• Sample batches and perform in-process Quality Control testing.
• Perform other duties or training as required or requested.

Additional Duties and Functions (30 %)

• Demonstrate mechanical aptitude by performing minor maintenance.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and diagnose equipment and process issues.
• Complete required safety training.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Good communications skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Good troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and support other departments.
• Exhibit good judgement, dependability, initiative and a positive attitude.
• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of chemical environment experience.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, overtime, or other hours as required.
• Experience in forklift operation.
• Ability to perform physical essentials (climb stairs and/or ladders, lift up to 50 pounds, wear FRC uniforms, wear full face respirator occasionally)

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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