Chemical Process Operator Job

Arkema Inc; Town of Geneseo (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc. in Geneseo, NY seeks a Chemical Process Operator to drive the manufacture, packaging and distribution of specialty chemical products. The role involves operating and troubleshooting process equipment, following procedures, and maintaining safety and quality standards.

Starting pay is $28.06 per hour with periodic increases to $35.43 over the first 18 months. Shifts: 6AM–6PM or 6PM–6AM with a rotating 4 days on/4 days off; second shift includes a $1.00 per hour differential.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot chemical process equipment.
• Perform environmental inspections and respond to emergencies.
• Follow documented procedures and complete paperwork accurately.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Summary:

The Chemical Process Operator position is responsible for the manufacture, packaging, and distribution of specialty chemical products.

Starting rate is $28.06 with periodic pay increases throughout first 18 months reaching $35.43 per hour!

Shift: To be assigned after intial training period.

First Shift: 6AM to 6PM; Rotating 4 days on, 4 days off

Second Shift: 6PM to 6AM; Rotating 4 nights on, 4 nights off

Shift Differential for second shift: +$1.00 per hour

Job Duties:

• Operation and troubleshooting of chemical process and process equipment
• Conduct environmental inspections and required emergency response.
• Follow documented process procedures and training (including applicable food and API regulations) in assigned areas; completes required paperwork properly
• Computer system entry to include: inventory of packaged material, creation of work orders, spreadsheets for critical process information, and creating labels for samples.
• Relay pertinent process information to co-workers and supervisor
• Perform pack out of liquid and solid product and palletization of packages
• Drive a fork lift
• Maintain good housekeeping of work areas
• Support Behavior Based Safety process by performing observations
• Supports Loss Control policy, AIMS, ISO 9001 and OHSAS 18001 management systems.
• Must be able to climb ladders, work outside in all weather conditions, lift up to 50 lbs and wear Personal Protective Equipment including SCBA respirator
• Must be able to work a 12 hour shift schedule; 4 days/nights on, 4 days/nights off

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing or related field preferred
• Basic computer skills