Chemical Plant Operator

UW Solutions; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); In loco; USD 32.000 - 40.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Descrizione del lavoro

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Chemical Plant Operator to safely run coating manufacturing processes. The role involves monitoring reactors, adjusting controls, taking samples, and ensuring product quality while maintaining logs and equipment conditions.

Strong math and measurement skills, along with mechanical aptitude and basic computer software proficiency, are essential. The position requires the ability to work with PPE in a manufacturing setting and to collaborate with team members.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient mathematical and measurement abilities.
• Ability to use related computer software.

Mansioni

• Operates and controls equipment units or system that processes chemical substances into specified products, according to knowledge of operating procedures and tests.
• Reads plant specifications to ascertain product, ingredients, and prescribed modifications of plant procedures.
• Starts feed of materials through equipment units, regulates feed, and initiates automatic feed as required.
• Sets up and adjusts indicating and controlling devices to monitor and control process conditions.
• Observes gauges, signals, and instruments; regulates temperatures, pressures, and flow of steam and chemicals.
• Draws samples and performs standard tests to verify reaction progress and conformance with standards.
• Observes product color/consistency and correlates with test results to adjust process.
• Maintains log of gauge readings, shift production, and equipment malfunctions.
• May supervise other workers and inspect equipment for hazards.

Conoscenze

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical and problem-solving

Mathematical and measurement abilities

Verbal and written communication

Computer software proficiency

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Strumenti

Gas analyzers

Calorimeters

Gauging instruments

Process instrumentation

Descrizione del lavoro

UW Interco, LLC

Work Hours: Monday-Thursday 6:00am-4:30pm

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), was founded in 1949 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Apogee is a growing, profitable company with annual revenues approaching $1.5 billion. We provide distinctive metal and glass solutions for enclosing commercial buildings, and glass and acrylic solutions for picture framing and display applications. To learn more visit: www.apog.com.

The Apogee Performance Surfaces segment generates >$200M in revenue and EBITDA margins of 20-25%. Our brands in the Performance Surfaces portfolio develop and manufacture high-performance coated materials for a variety of applications, including wall décor, museums, graphic design, architectural interiors, digital display, and industrial flooring markets. We are the global leader in anti-reflective, conservation grade electrostatic dissipative, high-definition, and abrasion resistance coatings, that provide protection, innovative designs, and exceptional durability.

Position Summary

The primary purpose of the Chemical Plant Operator role is to operate safely and efficiently, and control equipment units or systems involved in the coating manufacturing process. The operator will execute job responsibilities by closely following operating procedures, monitoring chemical reactions, interpreting laboratory test results, and correlating process instrumentation data.

Responsibilities

• Operates and controls equipment units or system that processes chemical substances into specified products, according to knowledge of operating procedures, chemical reactions, laboratory test results, and correlation of process instrumentation.
• Reads plant specifications to ascertain product, ingredients, and prescribed modifications of plant procedures.
• Starts feed of materials through equipment units, such as heating vessels and mixing tanks; or dumps pre-weighed ingredients into tanks, hoppers, or onto conveyor. Moves controls to regulate feed of liquids and gases through equipment in specified timing and sequence or starts automatic feed.
• Sets up and adjusts indicating and controlling devices, such as gas analyzers, recording calorimeters, and radiographic detecting or gauging instruments to facilitate simultaneous analysis and control of process conditions.
• Observes gauges, signals, and recording instruments, turns valves, and moves controls to regulate temperatures, pressures, and flow of steam, coolant, and chemical constituents through system to effect prescribed reaction within critical limits, according to knowledge of equipment and process.
• Draws samples of product at specified stages of synthesis and performs standard tests to determine if reaction is proceeding efficiently and in conformity with plant standards.
• Observes color or consistency of product through sight glasses, and correlates observations with test results, laboratory analyses, and instrument readings to facilitate regulation of process and production of standardized product.
• Maintains log of gauge readings, shift production, and equipment malfunctions.
• May patrol area to inspect equipment for leaks and hazards and to record gauge readings.
• May direct activities of other workers assisting in control or verification of process.
• Other duties as assigned.

Personal Attributes And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient mathematical and measurement abilities.
• Ability to use related computer software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to traverse the operations facility.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds at a time.
• Must be able to work around and with coating materials.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment that requires proper PPE.

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.