Chemical Plant Operator

Merck Group; Tamaqua (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical sector seeks a Chemical Plant Operator for its facility in Tamaqua, PA. The role entails operating various chemical processing equipment, maintaining operational records, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, with preferred qualifications in chemical technology, and have the ability to work in a dynamic and team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Required: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Associate Degree in Chemical Technology or related discipline.
• Knowledge of chemical processing techniques and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment including reactors and scrubbers.
• Maintain logs, evaluate data, and control the process.
• Perform routine maintenance and utilize analytical tools to optimize processes.

Skills

Knowledge of chemical processing techniques

Safe work policies and procedures

Quality practices

Personal computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Chemical Technology or other life science discipline

Tools

Distributive Control Systems (DCS)

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Job description

Work Location: Tamaqua, Pennsylvania
Shift:
Department: EL-SG-DHAA Fluorine Franchise
Recruiter:Michelle Matthews

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Your Role:

The Chemical Plant Operator at EMD Electronics in Tamaqua, PA will operate chemical processing equipment including, but not limited to, freezeout vessels, batch distillation columns, compressors, reactors, scrubbers, driers, chillers, and liquefiers/receivers.The Operator will also maintain logs and operating records, evaluate data, and take appropriate action to control the process.Additional responsibilities include the following:

• Work with raw materials in the production process, including performing incoming/outgoing material inspections and preparing and/or filling containers of all sizes such as tube trailers, modules, Y containers and cylinders/cylinder packs.
• Perform cylinder maintenance and preparation tasks including painting, labeling, loading/unloading, shipping, shuttling, stamping, and processing while using safe handling techniques.
• Use analytical and systems tools to evaluate and optimize the chemical process, striving to maximize yield and throughput while minimizing waste and system downtime.
• Utilize equipment for manufacturing and inventory tracking, procurement, and general communications.
• Strive to improve operating knowledge through computer-based training (CBT) and other techniques.
• Perform computer functions necessary to communicate with site co-workers and to operate the plants.
• Perform routine plant maintenance utilizing hand tools, hand power tools, and equipment necessary to maintain the plant process equipment and will be expected to enhance his/her technical capabilities in this area; maintain plant housekeeping standards and train new operators.

This is a continuous rotating 12-hour shift. 2 Weeks on Days and 2 weeks on nights.

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate Degree in Chemical Technology, Chemistry or other life science discipline.
• Knowledge of chemical processing techniques, safe work policies and procedures and quality practices.
• Knowledge of customer attributes and specifications.
• Personal computer skills and experience with distributive control systems (DCS) and programmable logic controllers (PLC).

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.