Chemical Plant Operator

Millipore Corporation; Tamaqua (Schuylkill County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement contributions

Leave and disability

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Job summary

EMD Electronics in Tamaqua, PA is seeking a Chemical Plant Operator to operate processing equipment and monitor data to control the chemical process. This is a continuous rotating 12-hour shift with 2 weeks on days and 2 weeks on nights.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED; an Associate Degree in Chemical Technology, Chemistry or related life science is preferred. Safety, quality, and teamwork are essential as you maintain logs and optimize operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in chemical technology, chemistry or life sciences preferred.
• Knowledge of chemical processing techniques and safety practices.
• Experience with DCS and PLC systems and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate chemical processing equipment and monitor performance data.
• Maintain logs and operating records; evaluate data and take corrective action.
• Handle raw materials, inspections, and container filling as required.
• Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping of plant equipment.
• Communicate with site coworkers and improve process knowledge through CBT.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Chemical Technology, Chemistry or other life science discipline

Tools

DCS

PLC

Computer literacy

Job description

Work Location: Tamaqua, PennsylvaniaShift: Department: EL-SG-DHAA Fluorine Franchise

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).

Pay Rate for this position: $33.58/hr - $35.10/hr

Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement will be governed by the terms of the most recent union contract.

Benefits offered by the Company include

• health insurance
• paid time off (PTO)
• retirement contributions
• leave and disability
• employee assistance program
• flexible spending accounts
• and life insurance

Union employees should always refer to their collective bargaining agreement for information on eligibility, coverage, and benefit provisions.

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.