Chemical Operator/Loader

Olin Chemicals; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Olin Chemicals in Niagara Falls, NY, seeks a Chemical Operator/Loader to ensure safe, reliable operation of a complex chemical plant. You will load/unload products, monitor process conditions, and support start-ups and shutdowns in a team environment.

Candidates must meet the minimum education and experience, demonstrate mechanical and spatial reasoning, and be prepared for a rotating 12-hour schedule with required safety training and compliance with environmental and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; minimum three years full-time work.
• Ability to demonstrate mechanical and spatial reasoning.
• Willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control chemical process conditions, equipment, and control systems.
• Load/unload product, monitor tank levels and flow rates, and operate mechanical equipment.
• Support maintenance, start-ups, and shutdowns for operational reliability and efficiency.
• Follow safety, DOT, quality, and environmental requirements; report incidents.

Skills

Mechanical reasoning

Spatial reasoning

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Process Technology, Industrial Engineering, Instrumentation, Electrical or Computer Technology

Job description

Title: Chemical Operator/Loader

Location: Niagara Falls, NY

Salary: $24/hour starting rate. Hourly rate increases on a set schedule based on both skill qualification and time in role.

Schedule: Rotating 12-hour schedule; days & nights.

Focus: This position ensures a safe and reliable operation of a complex/heavily regulated chemical production plant by following operating disciplines, procedures, and work processes in a team environment.

Candidates will be hired to work in a variety of operator/technician roles across the plant depending on current availability.

These plant roles may include: Chemical Operator or Loader.

Chemical Operator/Loader Essential Functions

• Monitor and control chemical process conditions, equipment, and control systems
• manage product samples and analysis Load/unload product, monitor tank levels and flow rates, and operate mechanical equipment
• Perform operational tasks including field checks, equipment prep, permitting, minor maintenance, and general area housekeepingAnalyze, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues and support maintenance, start-ups, and shutdowns for operational reliability and efficiency
• Conduct inspections per Olin standards and regulatory compliance (safety, DOT, quality), and prioritize safety and environmental stewardship, report near misses/incidents, assist in root cause investigations and perform Immediate Response activities
• Errors may result in severe consequences due to hazardous materials and complex equipment

Chemical Operator/Loader Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or equivalentMinimum of three years of work experience (36 months of full-time work at time of application)Ability to demonstrate mechanical reasoning, spatial reasoning, and behavioral measures identified as important for the role

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Associate's degree* in Process Technology, Industrial Engineering, Instrumentation, Electrical or Computer TechnologyProduction, maintenance, and/or distribution related experience in an industrial or manufacturing environmentRelevant military experience with a technical specialtyPrior Olin experience in a related position

Work Conditions and Physical Demand Requirements

Ability to work the schedule(s) specified above as well as overtime, holidays, and weekend as requiredAbility to serve in the emergency response/rescue team and respond to HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) with OSHA trainingAbility to pass drug screen and background check if offer is received and acceptedAbility to pass a functional physical test, with or without reasonable accommodations, if offer is received and acceptedUse standard safety equipment and wear all required personal protective equipment including in extreme hot/cold environmentsWork in confined, tight, or closed-in spacesClimb ladders and stairs through multiple levels, work at heights,Lift hoses, bolt flanges, operate valves and similar equipment as part of a normal jobLift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds

For Cell Room/Valve Operators

work in strong electromagnetic field

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View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.*Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.