Chemical Process Operator Job

The Arkema Group; Town of Geneseo (NY); On-site; USD 3,866,000 - 4,881,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema Inc. is seeking a Chemical Process Operator to oversee the manufacture, packaging, and distribution of specialty chemical products. Starting pay is $28.06/hour with increases through 18 months to $35.43/hour.

Shifts rotate after training; first shift 6AM–6PM (4 days on/4 days off) and second shift 6PM–6AM (4 nights on/4 nights off) with a $1.00/hour second-shift differential. OSHA, ISO, and safety standards apply, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing or related field preferred.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• 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 forklift
• 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

Skills

2+ years manufacturing experience

Basic computer skills

Forklift operation

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

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

Job Segment: Forklift, 2nd Shift, Chemical Research, Process Operator, Chemistry, Manufacturing, Night, Engineering, Science

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player. We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.